Today's Stoic Thought
“, position, influence — I stored where she would be able to reclaim them with no disturbance to me.”Seneca
In modern life, we often hold onto physical possessions, titles, or social status as sources of pride and identity. However, practicing detachment like Seneca suggests can help us focus on what truly matters and avoid becoming overly attached to external validation. For example, we can prioritize developing qualities like kindness and resilience that are not tied to material possessions or societal status, allowing us to navigate life's ups and downs with inner peace and clarity.
“Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.
The verse aligns with the idea of detaching from worldly possessions and focusing on what truly matters, which is a key aspect of Temperance. It encourages storing treasures in heaven rather than on earth, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing spiritual values over material wealth.
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