“Learn to be indifferent to what makes no difference.”Marcus Aurelius
In modern life, this means letting go of traffic delays and accepting them as part of the journey instead of getting frustrated. For example, when stuck in traffic, instead of getting upset and anxious, use that time to listen to a podcast, practice deep breathing, or simply enjoy the moment of peace in the car.
I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need.
The verse from Philippians highlights the idea of being content in all situations, whether in times of plenty or in times of scarcity. This aligns with the Stoic concept of indifference towards external circumstances that are beyond our control, such as traffic delays, and focusing instead on maintaining inner peace and contentment.