Life is long if you know how to use it
Seneca was a Stoic philosopher who lived in Ancient Rome from 4 B.C.E. to 65 C.E. While his ideas are 2000 years old, they are now more relevant than ever, especially for immigrants and newcomer entrepreneurs. Here are five of his ideas.
- Detach your self-worth from your material success: “If you’re not rich you’re worthless” is the thinking that limits many people. Avoid that trap and you’ll be happier.
- Strive for financial independence (but not at all cost): There’s nothing wrong with acquiring wealth. Just ensure it doesn’t come at the cost of your beliefs and character.
- Make an impact on others: The more value you provide to others, the more successful you become (and the better you’ll feel).
- Be content with what you have: Happiness doesn’t come from always wanting more, but from appreciating what we already have.
- Value your time more than your possessions: Out time is one of our most finite resources. Don’t waste it.
Seneca was highly focused on the inner world. The outer world often comprises what other people say, think, and do. But those things aren’t as important as you think.
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