Marcus Aurelius, Roman Emperor from 161 to 180 and…

Marcus Aurelius, Roman Emperor from 161 to 180 and philosopher, said in his book Meditations: "Is your cucumber bitter? Throw it away. Are there briars in your path? Turn aside. That is enough." It can be as simple as that.

— from The Heart in the Cockpit (Emotion/Awe/Anxiety/Regret/Empathy) · Win Your Inner Battles: Defeat the Enemy Within and Live With Purpose by Darius Foroux

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