Stoic Self Worth - Over 10 Hours Of Sleep Meditation
This sleep meditation track has been created by Stephanie Poppins, specifically to facilitate a meditative sleep experience with fewer interruptions. It plays out similarly to her playlists, but is a long meditation with soft ambient music interludes. Immerse yourself in the soothing sounds of Stephanie's native British English voice. The words are related to our Stoic practise where we focus on the protection of our inner peace. Published by Neworld Books UK.
Transcript
Welcome to this stoic meditation.
This meditation allows us to focus on understanding our true value.
It is performed by Stephanie Poppins,
The female stoic.
Take a deep breath in through your nose.
Then let it out on a long sigh.
It is time to relax and fully let go.
There is nothing you need to be doing now and nowhere you need to go.
Today's meditation is all about how highly you value yourself.
How you perceive your worth.
Worth is defined by the principles a person chooses to live by.
And their ability to remain steadfast to those principles regardless of what's happening around them.
As stoics we understand a compliment today can quite easily turn into criticism tomorrow.
Simply because other people change their perspective or change their investment in us.
If we let our self-worth rise and fall with every emotional change.
We become a drifting boat that loses direction every time their breeze shifts direction.
The external forces that are other people's opinions and beliefs about us are something we cannot change.
It is tempting to be drawn into the habit of measuring ourselves through social feedback.
Seeking validation in order to feel good.
And then adjusting our actions to please others.
Even if this conflicts with what we believe is right.
But as stoics we understand it is our job to protect our principles.
Our virtues.
Above all else in order to maintain our inner peace.
If we are clear about which principles guide us.
We will keep going.
No matter who is applauding.
The four principles of stoicism help us stay consistent.
When we acknowledge our principles of wisdom,
Justice,
Courage and temperance.
We are acknowledging the internal standards we have set for ourselves.
And when we consider these standards we are able to make quick clear decisions.
Because we do not need to consult every opinion to know what we should do.
True principles are the things we do even when they offer no immediate benefit.
Valuing other people's reactions may make us happy in the short term.
But not if we allow them to be our sole measure of worth.
Just because we are applauded it doesn't mean we are right.
Just because we are criticized it doesn't mean we are wrong.
To understand our true worth we must ask ourselves whether we acted in accordance with the principles that we chose.
If we are used to measuring our worth through other people's reactions.
We are seeking immediate praise.
But measuring our worth by our principles means we are seeking lasting stability.
And avoiding the chaos that is caused by placing too much emphasis.
On external forces.
When faced with a dilemma it is important to listen,
Analyze.
And then make our decision of which action to take based on our principles.
Not on the pressure to please the crowd.
It is easy to confuse perceived worth with real worth.
Perceived worth is what others think of us.
This can change quickly depending on their perspective,
On their mood and the information they have available to them.
As Stoics we understand our real worth is our courage and character.
Formed from consistent choices and staying true to our principles regardless of the situation.
A strong bridge is not judged by how highly people speak of it.
But by its ability to withstand the traffic that runs over it year after year after year.
When we consider our worth we must question whether we want to be remembered.
Because somebody once complimented us for something.
Or in fact because we lived our life without betraying what we believed in.
When we are guided by those principles we set for ourselves.
Our own inner value system.
We are led by a compass that will never betray us.
It is easier for us to avoid the noise.
And stay true to our path when we have strong principles.
At times it is easy to betray our principle system.
We may have worked hard at something and expect to be recognized.
We may go through hardship and believe that someone else must help us.
We may believe the world owes us happiness and if we don't get these things we feel betrayed.
But the truth is life never signed a contract with us for anything.
The world in fact operates on a much harsher principle.
Either we create enough value to earn the result or we keep working until we do.
Understanding our worth means we cultivate the ability to create what we want.
We shift from the position of victim to that of creator.
We understand we will receive all results as a natural part of the process not as a reward or a punishment.
And if we fail,
Instead of losing faith in life's fairness,
We strengthen our ability to face the challenge the next time round.
Everything we are seeking for,
As Stoics we understand,
Will come when we build enough value.
We prove enough ability and develop enough strength to keep that thing.
Every day to redefine our self-worth we must choose action.
We have the choice to close the gap between where we are and where we want to be.
Every day to build our sense of self-worth we understand is an opportunity to add another brick to the foundation.
Regardless of whether anyone has acknowledged that or not.
Small actions repeated consistently produce results far greater than short bursts followed by stopping.
When there are delays in results we understand there is always going to be a gap between planting and harvesting.
During these times we must tend the soil without needing to see growth immediately.
We do not need to compare ourselves to others.
We do not need to prove we are more deserving than someone else.
For our progress is our only focus.
The only thing we can truly control is our own pace and the amount of effort we put into our actions.
We operate on discipline and routine.
And we use this discipline to become the fuel that keeps us going.
Therein lies our worth.
This daily practice.
This continual growth.
Not moving towards the reward so much as building every day.
And creating a sense of self-worth from that action.
This is the foundation of inner freedom.
And we understand there will be hiccups along the way.
But cultivating a sense of self-worth means we can control how we absorb those hiccups.
And how we choose to turn them into lessons that we become stronger by taking.
The first step to cultivating our self-worth is becoming aware.
Recognizing when we are being pulled away by emotions or outside influences.
When we are aware we can call upon our discipline.
To help us avoid reacting hastily.
Then when we feel we have some measure of control.
We ensure that every action we take aligns with our chosen goals and values.
If we allow external forces to dictate our sense of self-worth.
We are giving away something of our self.
We are voluntarily attacking our inner peace.
And as Stoics we remember that mastering our mind is not a single event but a process.
Every day we work at the reinforcement of our inner citadel.
We lay brick by brick and we regularly inspect for weak points.
Then when we notice we have slackened off.
Or we have let instinct or emotion take control of our actions.
We pull ourselves back and reinforce another layer of our wall.
We are aiming to protect our inner world.
By the reinforcement of our citadel.
We are aiming to protect our inner peace.
When we have a clear sense of self-worth.
We are calm in decision making.
We do not let outside noise drown out our inner voice.
We understand that no one,
No external force should have the power to dictate our mood.
Without our permission.
When we feel ourselves being drawn into negative emotion.
We question this.
Not everything that does that is loud or obvious.
Some things work silently by wearing down our confidence and stealing our peace bit by bit.
This can weaken our sense of worth over a period of time.
When we compare or place ourselves in meaningless competition.
We are assigning value to ourselves based on that competition.
Rather than reinforcing our sense of inner self-worth.
As Stoics we understand pouring energy into goals that are not ours.
Comparing ourselves with others.
Attempting to prove to someone else we are better than them.
Slowly destroys our sense of self-worth.
If we measure our self-worth by external metrics.
We cannot experience inner peace.
The only race we should be running is our own race.
The only comparisons we should be making are between how far we have developed.
From the person we were.
To the person we are today.
The clearer we are about our own self-worth.
Our destination.
The direction we are headed.
The less likely we are to get pulled off track.
Because in the end the only victory that really matters.
Is the one that we have won on our own chosen path.
Worth is defined by the principles a person chooses to live by.
And their ability to remain steadfast to those principles.
Regardless of what's happening around them.
As Stoics we understand a compliment today.
Can quite easily turn into criticism tomorrow.
Simply because other people change their perspective.
Or change their investment in us.
If we let our self-worth rise and fall with every emotional change.
We become a drifting boat that loses direction every time their breeze shifts direction.
The external forces that are other people's opinions and beliefs about us.
Are something we cannot change.
It is tempting to be drawn into the habit of measuring ourselves through social feedback.
Seeking validation in order to feel good.
And then adjusting our actions to please others.
Even if this conflicts with what we believe is right.
But as Stoics we understand it is our job to protect our principles.
Our virtues.
Above all else in order to maintain our inner peace.
If we are clear about which principles guide us.
We will keep going no matter who is applauding.
The four principles of Stoicism help us stay consistent.
When we acknowledge our principles of wisdom,
Justice,
Courage and temperance.
We are acknowledging the internal standards we have set for ourselves.
And when we consider these standards.
We are able to make quick clear decisions.
Because we do not need to consult every opinion.
To know what we should do.
True principles are the things we do even when they offer no immediate benefit.
Valuing other people's reactions may make us happy in the short term.
But not if we allow them to be our sole measure of worth.
Just because we are applauded it doesn't mean we are right.
Just because we are criticized it doesn't mean we are wrong.
To understand our true worth we must ask ourselves.
Whether we acted in accordance with the principles that we chose.
If we are used to measuring our worth through other people's reactions.
We are seeking immediate praise.
But measuring our worth by our principles.
Means we are seeking lasting stability.
And avoiding the chaos that is caused.
By placing too much emphasis on external forces.
When faced with a dilemma it is important to listen.
Analyze.
And then make our decision of which action to take based on our principles.
Not on the pressure to please the crowd.
It is easy to confuse perceived worth with real worth.
Perceived worth is what others think of us.
This can change quickly depending on their perspective.
On their mood and the information they have available to them.
As Stoics we understand our real worth is our courage and character.
Formed from consistent choices and staying true to our principles.
Regardless of the situation.
A strong bridge is not judged by how highly people speak of it.
But by its ability to withstand the traffic that runs over it year after year after year.
When we consider our worth we must question whether we want to be remembered.
Because somebody once complimented us for something.
Or in fact because we lived our life without betraying what we believed in.
When we are guided by those principles we set for ourselves.
Our own inner value system.
We are led by a compass that will never betray us.
It is easier for us to avoid the noise.
And stay true to our path when we have strong principles.
At times it is easy to betray our principle system.
We may have worked hard at something and expect to be recognized.
We may go through hardship and believe that someone else must help us.
We may believe the world owes us happiness and if we don't get these things we feel betrayed.
But the truth is life never signed a contract with us for anything.
The world in fact operates on a much harsher principle.
Either we create enough value to earn the result or we keep working until we do.
Understanding our worth means we cultivate the ability to create what we want.
We shift from the position of victim to that of creator.
We understand we will receive all results as a natural part of the process not as a reward or a punishment.
And if we fail instead of losing faith in life's fairness we strengthen our ability to face the challenge the next time round.
Everything we are seeking for as Stoics we understand will come when we build enough value.
We prove enough ability and develop enough strength to keep that thing.
Every day to redefine our self-worth we must choose action.
We have the choice to close the gap between where we are and where we want to be.
Every day to build our sense of self-worth we understand is an opportunity to add another brick to the foundation.
Regardless of whether anyone has acknowledged that or not.
Small actions repeated consistently produce results far greater and short bursts followed by stopping.
When there are delays in results we understand there is always going to be a gap between planting and harvesting.
During these times we must tend the soil without needing to see growth immediately.
We do not need to compare ourselves to others.
We do not need to prove we are more deserving than someone else.
For our progress is our only focus.
The only thing we can truly control is our own pace and the amount of effort we put into our actions.
We operate on discipline and routine.
And we use this discipline to become the fuel that keeps us going.
Therein lies our worth.
This daily practice.
This continual growth.
Not moving towards the reward.
So much as building every day.
And creating a sense of self-worth from that action.
This is the foundation of inner freedom.
And we understand there will be hiccups along the way.
But cultivating a sense of self-worth means we can control how we absorb those hiccups.
And how we choose to turn them into lessons that we become stronger by taking.
The first step to cultivating our self-worth is becoming aware.
Recognizing when we are being pulled away by emotions or outside influences.
When we are aware we can call upon our discipline.
To help us avoid reacting hastily.
Then when we feel we have some measure of control.
We ensure that every action we take aligns with our chosen goals and values.
If we allow external forces to dictate our sense of self-worth.
We are giving away something of ourself.
We are voluntarily attacking our inner peace.
And as Stoics we remember that mastering our mind is not a single event.
But a process.
Every day we work at the reinforcement of our inner citadel.
We lay brick by brick and we regularly inspect for weak points.
Then when we notice we have slackened off.
Or we have let instinct or emotion take control of our actions.
We pull ourselves back and reinforce another layer of our wall.
We are aiming to protect our inner world.
By the reinforcement of our citadel.
We are aiming to protect our inner peace.
When we have a clear sense of self-worth.
We are calm in decision making.
We do not let outside noise drown out our inner voice.
We understand that no one.
No external force should have the power to dictate our mood.
Without our permission.
When we feel ourselves being drawn into negative emotion.
We question this.
Not everything that does that is loud or obvious.
Some things work silently by wearing down our confidence and stealing our peace bit by bit.
This can weaken our sense of worth over a period of time.
When we compare or place ourself in meaningless competition.
We are assigning value to ourselves based on that competition.
Rather than reinforcing our sense of inner self-worth.
As Stoics we understand pouring energy into goals which are not ours.
Comparing ourselves with others.
Attempting to prove to someone else we are better than them.
Slowly destroys our sense of self-worth.
If we measure our self-worth by external metrics.
We cannot experience inner peace.
The only race we should be running is our own race.
The only comparisons we should be making are between how far we have developed.
From the person we were.
To the person we are today.
The clearer we are about our own self-worth.
Our destination.
The direction we are headed.
The less likely we are to get pulled off track.
Because in the end the only victory that really matters.
Is the one that we have won on our own chosen path.
As Stoics we understand a compliment today.
Can quite easily turn into criticism tomorrow.
Simply because other people change their perspective.
Or change their investment in us.
If we let our self-worth rise and fall with every emotional change.
We become a drifting boat that loses direction every time their breeze shifts direction.
The external forces that are other people's opinions and beliefs about us.
Are something we cannot change.
It is tempting to be drawn into the habit of measuring ourselves through social feedback.
Seeking validation in order to feel good.
And then adjusting our actions to please others.
Even if this conflicts with what we believe is right.
But as Stoics we understand it is our job to protect our principles.
Our virtues.
Above all else in order to maintain our inner peace.
If we are clear about which principles guide us.
We will keep going.
No matter who is applauding.
The four principles of Stoicism help us stay consistent.
When we acknowledge our principles of wisdom,
Justice,
Courage and temperance.
We are acknowledging the internal standards we have set for ourselves.
And when we consider these standards.
We are able to make quick clear decisions.
Because we do not need to consult every opinion.
To know what we should do.
True principles are the things we do even when they offer no immediate benefit.
Valuing other people's reactions may make us happy in the short term.
But not if we allow them to be our sole measure of worth.
Just because we are applauded it doesn't mean we are right.
Just because we are criticized it doesn't mean we are wrong.
To understand our true worth we must ask ourselves whether we acted in accordance with the principles that we chose.
If we are used to measuring our worth through other people's reactions.
We are seeking immediate praise.
But measuring our worth by our principles means we are seeking lasting stability.
And avoiding the chaos that is caused by placing too much emphasis.
On external forces.
When faced with a dilemma it is important to listen.
Analyze.
And then make our decision of which action to take based on our principles.
Not on the pressure to please the crowd.
It is easy to confuse perceived worth with real worth.
Perceived worth is what others think of us.
This can change quickly depending on their perspective,
On their mood and the information they have available to them.
As Stoics we understand our real worth is our courage and character.
Formed from consistent choices and staying true to our principles regardless of the situation.
A strong bridge is not judged by how highly people speak of it.
But by its ability to withstand the traffic that runs over it year after year after year.
When we consider our worth we must question whether we want to be remembered because somebody once complimented us for something.
Or in fact because we lived our life without betraying what we believed in.
When we are guided by those principles we set for ourselves.
Our own inner value system.
We are led by a compass that will never betray us.
It is easier for us to avoid the noise and stay true to our path when we have strong principles.
At times it is easy to betray our principle system.
We may have worked hard at something and expect to be recognized.
We may go through hardship and believe that someone else must help us.
We may believe the world owes us happiness and if we don't get these things we feel betrayed.
But the truth is life never signed a contract with us for anything.
The world in fact operates on a much harsher principle.
Either we create enough value to earn the result or we keep working until we do.
Understanding our worth means we cultivate the ability to create what we want.
We shift from the position of victim to that of creator.
We understand we will receive all results as a natural part of the process not as a reward or a punishment.
And if we fail instead of losing faith in life's fairness we strengthen our ability to face the challenge the next time around.
Everything we are seeking for as Stoics we understand will come when we build enough value.
We prove enough ability and develop enough strength to keep that thing.
Every day to redefine our self-worth we must choose action.
We have the choice to close the gap between where we are and where we want to be.
Every day to build our sense of self-worth we understand is an opportunity to add another brick to the foundation.
Regardless of whether anyone has acknowledged that or not.
Small actions repeated consistently produce results far greater and short bursts followed by stopping.
When there are delays in results we understand there is always going to be a gap between planting and harvesting.
During these times we must tend the soil without needing to see growth immediately.
We do not need to compare ourselves to others.
We do not need to prove we are more deserving than someone else.
For our progress is our only focus.
The only thing we can truly control is our own pace and the amount of effort we put into our actions.
We operate on discipline and routine.
And we use this discipline to become the fuel that keeps us going.
Therein lies our worth.
This daily practice.
This continual growth.
Not moving towards the reward.
So much as building every day.
And creating a sense of self-worth from that action.
This is the foundation of inner freedom.
And we understand there will be hiccups along the way.
But cultivating a sense of self-worth means we can control how we absorb those hiccups.
And how we choose to turn them into lessons that we become stronger by taking.
The first step to cultivating our self-worth is becoming aware.
Recognizing when we are being pulled away by emotions or outside influences.
When we are aware we can call upon our discipline.
To help us avoid reacting hastily.
Then when we feel we have some measure of control.
We ensure that every action we take aligns with our chosen goals and values.
If we allow external forces to dictate our sense of self-worth.
We are giving away something of ourself.
We are voluntarily attacking our inner peace.
And as Stoics we remember that mastering our mind is not a single event.
But a process.
Every day we work at the reinforcement of our inner citadel.
We lay brick by brick and we regularly inspect for weak points.
Then when we notice we have slackened off.
Or we have let instinct or emotion take control of our actions.
We pull ourselves back and reinforce another layer of our wall.
We are aiming to protect our inner world.
By the reinforcement of our citadel.
We are aiming to protect our inner peace.
When we have a clear sense of self-worth.
We are calm in decision making.
We do not let outside noise drown out our inner voice.
We understand that no one.
No external force should have the power to dictate our mood.
Without our permission.
When we feel ourselves being drawn into negative emotion.
We question this.
Not everything that does that is loud or obvious.
Some things work silently by wearing down our confidence and stealing our peace bit by bit.
This can weaken our sense of worth over a period of time.
When we compare or place ourself in meaningless competition.
We are assigning value to ourselves based on that competition.
Rather than reinforcing our sense of inner self-worth.
As Stoics we understand pouring energy into goals that are not ours.
Comparing ourselves with others.
Attempting to prove to someone else we are better than them.
Slowly destroys our sense of self-worth.
If we measure our self-worth by external metrics.
We cannot experience inner peace.
The only race we should be running is our own race.
The only comparisons we should be making.
Are between how far we have developed.
From the person we were.
To the person we are today.
The clearer we are about our own self-worth.
Our destination.
The direction we are headed.
The less likely we are to get pulled off track.
Because in the end the only victory that really matters.
Is the one that we have won on our own chosen path.
Worth is defined by the principles a person chooses to live by.
And their ability to remain steadfast to those principles.
Regardless of what's happening around them.
As Stoics we understand a compliment today.
Can quite easily turn into criticism tomorrow.
Simply because other people change their perspective.
Or change their investment in us.
If we let our self-worth rise and fall.
With every emotional change.
We become a drifting boat that loses direction.
Every time their breeze shifts direction.
The external forces that are other people's opinions.
And beliefs about us.
Are something we cannot change.
It is tempting to be drawn into the habit.
Of measuring ourselves through social feedback.
Seeking validation in order to feel good.
And then adjusting our actions to please others.
Even if this conflicts with what we believe is right.
But as Stoics we understand.
It is our job to protect our principles.
Our virtues.
Above all else in order to maintain our inner peace.
If we are clear about which principles guide us.
We will keep going.
No matter who is applauding.
The four principles of Stoicism help us stay consistent.
When we acknowledge our principles of wisdom.
Justice,
Courage and temperance.
We are acknowledging the internal standards we have set for ourselves.
And when we consider these standards.
We are able to make quick clear decisions.
Because we do not need to consult every opinion.
To know what we should do.
True principles are the things we do even when they offer no immediate benefit.
Valuing other people's reactions.
May make us happy in the short term.
But not if we allow them to be our sole measure of worth.
Just because we are applauded.
It doesn't mean we are right.
Just because we are criticized.
It doesn't mean we are wrong.
To understand our true worth.
We must ask ourselves whether we acted in accordance.
With the principles that we chose.
If we are used to measuring our worth through other people's reactions.
We are seeking immediate praise.
But measuring our worth by our principles.
Means we are seeking lasting stability.
And avoiding the chaos that is caused.
By placing too much emphasis.
On external forces.
When faced with a dilemma.
It is important to listen.
Analyze.
And then make our decision.
Of which action to take based on our principles.
Not on the pressure to please the crowd.
It is easy to confuse perceived worth.
With real worth.
Perceived worth is what others think of us.
This can change quickly depending on their perspective.
On their mood.
And the information they have available to them.
As Stoics we understand our real worth.
Is our courage and character.
Formed from consistent choices.
And staying true to our principles.
Regardless of the situation.
A strong bridge is not judged.
By how highly people speak of it.
But by its ability to withstand.
The traffic that runs over it.
Year after year after year.
When we consider our worth.
We must question.
Whether we want to be remembered.
Because somebody once complimented us for something.
Or in fact because we lived our life.
Without betraying what we believed in.
When we are guided.
By those principles we set for ourselves.
Our own inner value system.
We are led by a compass.
That will never betray us.
It is easier for us.
To avoid the noise.
And stay true to our path.
When we have strong principles.
At times.
It is easy to betray.
Our principle system.
We may have worked hard at something.
And expect to be recognized.
We may go through hardship.
And believe that someone else must help us.
We may believe the world.
Owes us happiness.
And if we don't get these things we feel betrayed.
But the truth is.
Life never signed a contract with us for anything.
The world in fact.
Operates on a much harsher principle.
Either we create enough value.
To earn the result.
Or we keep working until we do.
Understanding our worth.
Means we cultivate the ability to create what we want.
We shift from the position.
Of victim to that of creator.
We understand.
We will receive all results.
As a natural part of the process.
Not as a reward or a punishment.
And if we fail.
Instead of losing faith in life's fairness.
We strengthen our ability to face the challenge.
The next time round.
Everything we are seeking for.
As Stoics we understand.
Will come when we build enough value.
We prove enough ability.
And develop enough strength.
To keep that thing.
Every day.
To redefine our self worth.
We must choose action.
We have the choice to close the gap.
Between where we are and where we want to be.
Every day.
To build our sense of self worth.
We understand.
Is an opportunity to add another brick.
To the foundation.
Regardless of whether anyone has acknowledged that or not.
Small actions.
Small actions repeated consistently.
Produce results far greater.
And short bursts followed by stopping.
When there are delays in results.
We understand.
There is always going to be a gap.
Between planting and harvesting.
During these times.
We must tend the soil.
Without needing to see growth immediately.
We do not need.
To compare ourselves to others.
We do not need to prove.
We are more deserving than someone else.
For our progress.
Is our only focus.
The only thing we can truly control.
Is our own pace.
And the amount of effort we put into our actions.
We operate on discipline and routine.
And we use this discipline.
To become the fuel that keeps us going.
Therein lies our worth.
This daily practice.
This continual growth.
Not moving towards the reward.
So much as building every day.
And creating a sense of self worth.
From that action.
This is the foundation.
Of inner freedom.
And we understand.
There will be hiccups along the way.
But cultivating.
A sense of self worth means.
We can control how we absorb.
Those hiccups.
And how we choose to turn them.
Into lessons.
That we become stronger by taking.
The first step.
To cultivating our self worth.
Is becoming aware.
Recognizing when we are being pulled away.
By emotions or outside influences.
When we are aware we can call upon our discipline.
To help us avoid reacting hastily.
Then when we feel we have.
Some measure of control.
We ensure that.
Every action we take aligns.
With our chosen goals and values.
If we allow external forces.
To dictate our sense of self worth.
We are giving away.
Something of our self.
We are voluntarily.
Attacking our inner peace.
And as Stoics we remember.
That mastering our mind is not a single event.
But a process.
Every day we work at the reinforcement.
Of our inner citadel.
We lay brick by brick.
And we regularly inspect for weak points.
Then.
When we notice we have slackened off.
Or we have let instinct or emotion.
Take control of our actions.
We pull ourselves back.
And reinforce another layer.
Of our wall.
We are aiming.
To protect our inner world.
By the reinforcement of our citadel.
We are aiming.
To protect our inner peace.
When we have.
A clear sense of self worth.
We are calm.
In decision making.
We do not let outside noise.
Drown out our inner voice.
We understand that no one.
No external force.
Should have the power to dictate our mood.
Without our permission.
When we feel ourselves being drawn.
Into negative emotion.
We question this.
Not everything.
That does that.
Is loud or obvious.
Some things work silently.
By wearing down our confidence.
And stealing our peace.
Bit by bit.
This can weaken our sense of worth.
Over a period of time.
When we compare.
Or place ourselves in meaningless competition.
We are assigning value.
To ourselves based on that.
Competition.
Rather than reinforcing.
Our sense of inner self worth.
As Stoics we understand.
Pouring energy into goals.
That are not ours.
Comparing ourselves with others.
Attempting to prove to someone else.
We are better than them.
Slowly destroys our sense of self worth.
If we measure our self worth.
By external metrics.
We cannot experience.
Inner peace.
The only race we should be running.
Is our own race.
The only comparison.
We should be making.
Between how far we have developed.
From the person we were.
To the person we are today.
The clearer we are about our own self worth.
Our destination.
The direction we are headed.
The less likely we are.
To get pulled off track.
Because in the end.
The only victory that really matters.
Is the one.
That we have won on our own.
Chosen path.
As Stoics we understand.
A compliment today.
Can quite easily turn into criticism tomorrow.
Simply because other people.
Change their perspective.
Or change their investment in us.
If we let our self worth.
Rise and fall.
With every emotional change.
We become a drifting boat.
That loses direction.
Every time their breeze shifts direction.
The external forces.
That are other people's opinions.
And beliefs about us.
Are something.
We cannot change.
It is tempting to be drawn.
Into the habit of measuring ourselves.
Through social feedback.
Seeking validation.
In order to feel good.
And then.
Adjusting our actions.
To please others.
Even if this conflicts.
With what we believe is right.
But as Stoics.
We understand.
It is our job to protect our principles.
Our virtues.
Above all else.
In order to maintain our inner peace.
If we are clear.
About which principles guide us.
We will keep going.
No matter who is applauding.
The four principles of Stoicism.
Help us stay consistent.
When we acknowledge.
Our principles of wisdom.
Justice.
Courage and temperance.
We are acknowledging the internal standards.
We have set for ourselves.
And when we consider these standards.
We are able to make quick.
Clear decisions.
Because we do not need to consult.
Every opinion.
To know what we should do.
True principles are the things we do.
Even when they offer no immediate benefit.
Valuing other people's reactions.
May make us happy.
In the short term.
But not if we allow them to be our sole measure of worth.
Just because we are applauded.
It doesn't mean we are right.
Just because we are criticized.
It doesn't mean we are wrong.
To understand our true worth we must ask ourselves.
Whether we acted in accordance.
With the principles that we chose.
If we are used to measuring our worth through other people's reactions.
We are seeking immediate praise.
But measuring our worth by our principles means we are seeking lasting stability and avoiding the chaos that is caused by placing too much emphasis on external forces.
When faced with a dilemma it is important to listen.
Analyze.
And then make our decision of which action to take based on our principles.
Not on the pressure to please the crowd.
It is easy to confuse perceived worth with real worth.
Perceived worth is what others think of us.
This can change quickly depending on their perspective.
On their mood and the information they have available to them.
As Stoics we understand our real worth is our courage and character.
Formed from consistent choices and staying true to our principles regardless of the situation.
A strong bridge is not judged by how highly people speak of it.
But by its ability to withstand the traffic that runs over it year after year after year.
When we consider our real worth we must question whether we want to be remembered because somebody once complimented us for something.
Or in fact because we lived our life without betraying what we believed in.
When we are guided by those principles we set for ourselves.
Our own inner value system.
We are led by a compass that will never betray us.
It is easier for us to avoid the noise and stay true to our path when we have strong principles.
At times it is easy to betray our principle system.
We may have worked hard at something and expect to be recognized.
We may go through hardship and believe that someone else must help us.
We may believe the world owes us happiness and if we don't get these things we feel betrayed.
But the truth is life never signed a contract with us for anything.
The world in fact operates on a much harsher principle.
Either we create enough value to earn the result or we keep working until we do.
Understanding our worth means we cultivate the ability to create what we want.
We shift from the position of victim to that of creator.
We understand we will receive all results as a natural part of the process not as a reward or a punishment.
And if we fail instead of losing faith in life's fairness we strengthen our ability to face the challenge the next time round.
Everything we are seeking for as stoics we understand will come when we build enough value,
We prove enough ability and develop enough strength to keep that thing.
Every day to redefine our self worth we must choose action.
We have the choice to close the gap between where we are and where we want to be.
Every day to build our sense of self worth we understand is an opportunity to add another brick to the foundation.
Regardless of whether anyone has acknowledged that or not.
Small actions repeated consistently produce results far greater and short bursts followed by stopping.
When there are delays in results we understand there is always going to be a gap between planting and harvesting.
During these times we must tend the soil without needing to see growth immediately.
We do not need to compare ourselves to others.
We do not need to prove we are more deserving than someone else.
For our progress is our only focus.
The only thing we can truly control is our own pace and the amount of effort we put into our actions.
We operate on discipline and routine.
And we use this discipline to become the fuel that keeps us going.
Therein lies our worth.
This daily practice.
This continual growth.
Not moving towards the reward so much as building every day.
And creating a sense of self worth from that action.
This is the foundation of inner freedom.
And we understand there will be hiccups along the way.
But cultivating a sense of self worth means we can control how we absorb those hiccups.
And how we choose to turn them into lessons that we become stronger by taking.
The first step to cultivating our self worth is becoming aware.
Recognizing when we are being pulled away by emotions or outside influences.
When we are aware we can call upon our discipline to help us avoid reacting hastily.
Then when we feel we have some measure of control we ensure that every action we take aligns with our chosen goals and values.
If we allow external forces to dictate our sense of self worth we are giving away something of our self.
We are voluntarily attacking our inner peace.
And as Stoics we remember that mastering our mind is not a single event but a process.
Every day we work at the reinforcement of our inner citadel.
We lay brick by brick and we regularly inspect for weak points.
Then when we notice we have slackened off or we have let instinct or emotion take control of our actions we pull ourselves back and reinforce another layer of our wall.
We are aiming to protect our inner world by the reinforcement of our citadel.
We are aiming to protect our inner peace.
When we have a clear sense of self worth we are calm in decision making.
We do not let outside noise drown out our inner voice.
We understand that no one no external force should have the power to dictate our mood without our permission.
When we feel ourselves being drawn into negative emotion we question this.
Not everything that does that is loud or obvious.
Some things work silently by wearing down our confidence and stealing our peace bit by bit.
This can weaken our sense of worth over a period of time.
When we compare or place ourselves in meaningless competition we are assigning value to ourselves based on that competition.
Rather than reinforcing our sense of inner self worth.
As Stoics we understand pouring energy into goals that are not ours comparing ourselves with others attempting to prove to someone else we are better than them slowly destroys our sense of self worth.
If we measure our self worth by external metrics we cannot experience inner peace.
The only race we should be running is our own race.
The only comparisons we should be making are between how far we have developed from the person we were to the person we are today.
The clearer we are about our own self worth our destination the direction we are headed the less likely we are to get pulled off track.
Because in the end the only victory that really matters is the one that we have won on our own chosen path.
Worth is defined by the principles a person chooses to live by and their ability to remain steadfast to those principles regardless of what's happening around them.
As Stoics we understand a compliment today can quite easily turn into criticism tomorrow simply because other people change their perspective or change their investment in us.
If we let our self worth rise and fall with every emotional change we become a drifting boat that loses direction every time their breeze shifts direction.
The external forces that are other people's opinions and beliefs about us are something we cannot change.
It is tempting to be drawn into the habit of measuring ourselves through social feedback.
Seeking validation in order to feel good.
And then adjusting our actions to please others.
Even if this conflicts with what we believe is right.
But as Stoics we understand it is our job to protect our principles our virtues above all else in order to maintain our inner peace.
If we are clear about which principles guide us we will keep going no matter who is applauding.
The four principles of Stoicism help us stay consistent.
When we acknowledge our principles of wisdom justice,
Courage and temperance we are acknowledging the internal standards we have set for ourselves.
And when we consider these standards we are able to make quick clear decisions.
Because we do not need to consult every opinion to know what we should do.
True principles are the things we do even when they offer no immediate benefit.
Valuing other people's reactions may make us happy in the short term.
But not if we allow them to be our sole measure of worth.
Just because we are applauded it doesn't mean we are right.
Just because we are criticized it doesn't mean we are wrong.
To understand our true worth we must ask ourselves whether we reacted in accordance with the principles that we chose.
If we are used to measuring our worth through other people's reactions we are seeking immediate praise.
But measuring our worth by our principles means we are seeking lasting stability and avoiding the chaos that is caused by placing too much emphasis on external forces.
When faced with a dilemma it is important to listen,
Analyze and then make our decision of which action to take based on our principles not on the pressure to please the crowd.
It is easy to confuse perceived worth with real worth.
Perceived worth is what others think of us.
This can change quickly depending on their perspective,
On their mood and the information they have available to them.
As Stoics we understand our real worth is our courage and character formed from consistent choices and staying true to our principles regardless of the situation.
A strong bridge is not judged by how highly people speak of it but by its ability to withstand the traffic that runs over it year after year after year.
When we consider our worth we must question whether we want to be remembered because somebody once complimented us for something or in fact because we lived our life without betraying what we believed in.
When we are guided by those principles we set for ourselves our own inner value system we are led by a compass that will never betray us.
It is easier for us to avoid the noise and stay true to our path when we have strong principles.
At times it is easy to betray our principle system.
We may have worked hard at something and expect to be recognized.
We may go through hardship and believe that someone else must help us.
We may believe the world owes us happiness and if we don't get these things we feel betrayed.
But the truth is life never signed a contract with us for anything.
The world in fact operates on a much harsher principle.
Either we create enough value to earn the result or we keep working until we do.
Understanding our worth means we cultivate the ability to create what we want.
We shift from the position of victim to that of creator.
We understand we will receive all results as a natural part of the process,
Not as a reward or a punishment.
And if we fail,
Instead of losing faith in life's fairness,
We strengthen our ability to face the challenge the next time round.
Everything we are seeking for as Stoics we understand will come when we build enough value we prove enough ability and develop enough strength to keep that thing.
Every day to redefine our self worth we must choose action.
We have the choice to close the gap between where we are and where we want to be.
Every day to build our sense of self worth we understand is an opportunity to add another brick to the foundation regardless of whether anyone has acknowledged that or not.
Small actions repeated consistently produce results far greater and short bursts followed by stopping.
When there are delays in results we understand there is always going to be a gap between planting and harvesting.
During these times we must tend the soil without needing to see growth immediately.
We do not need to compare ourselves to others.
We do not need to prove we are more deserving than someone else.
For our progress is our only focus.
The only thing we can truly control is our own pace and the amount of effort we put into our actions.
We operate on discipline and routine.
And we use this discipline to become the fuel that keeps us going.
Therein lies our self worth.
This daily practice.
This continual growth.
Not moving towards the reward.
So much as building every day.
And creating a sense of self worth from that action.
This is the foundation of inner freedom.
And we understand there will be hiccups along the way.
But cultivating a sense of self worth means we can control how we absorb those hiccups.
And how we choose to turn them into lessons that we become stronger by taking.
The first step to cultivating our self worth is becoming aware.
Recognizing when we are being pulled away by emotions or outside influences.
When we are aware we can call upon our discipline to help us avoid reacting hastily.
Then when we feel we have some measure of control we ensure that every action we take aligns with our chosen goals and values.
If we allow external forces to dictate our sense of self worth we are giving away something of our self.
We are voluntarily attacking our inner peace.
And as Stoics we remember that mastering our mind is not a single event but a process.
Every day we work at the reinforcement of our inner citadel.
We lay brick by brick and we regularly inspect for weak points.
Then when we notice we have slackened off or we have let instinct or emotion take control of our actions we pull our self back and reinforce another layer of our wall.
We are aiming to protect our inner world by the reinforcement of our citadel.
We are aiming to protect our inner peace.
When we have a clear sense of self worth we are calm in decision making.
We do not let outside noise drown out our inner voice.
We understand that no one no external force should have the power to dictate our mood without our permission.
When we feel ourselves being drawn into negative emotion we question this.
Not everything that does that is loud or obvious.
Some things work silently by wearing down our confidence and stealing our peace bit by bit.
This can weaken our sense of worth over a period of time.
When we compare or place ourselves in meaningless competition we are assigning value to ourselves based on that competition rather than reinforcing our sense of inner self worth.
As Stoics we understand pouring energy into goals that are not ours comparing ourselves with others attempting to prove to someone else we are better than them slowly destroys our sense of self worth.
If we measure our self worth by external metrics we cannot experience inner peace.
The only race we should be running is our own race.
The only comparisons we should be making are between how far we have developed from the person we were to the person we are today.
The clearer we are about our own self worth our destination the direction we are headed the less likely we are to get pulled off track.
Because in the end the only victory that really matters is the one that we have won on our own chosen path.
As Stoics we understand a compliment today can quite easily turn into criticism tomorrow simply because other people change their perspective or change their investment in us.
If we let our self worth rise and fall with every emotional change we become a drifting boat that loses direction every time their breeze shifts direction.
The external forces that are other people's opinions and beliefs about us are something we cannot change.
It is tempting to be drawn into the habit of measuring ourselves through social feedback.
Seeking validation in order to feel good.
And then adjusting our actions to please others.
Even if this conflicts with what we believe is right.
But as Stoics we understand it is our job to protect our principles our virtues above all else in order to maintain our inner peace.
If we are clear about which principles guide us we will keep going no matter who is applauding.
The four principles of Stoicism help us stay consistent.
When we acknowledge our principles of wisdom,
Justice,
Courage and temperance we are acknowledging the internal standards we have set for ourselves.
And when we consider these standards we are able to make quick,
Clear decisions.
Because we do not need to consult every opinion to know what we should do.
True principles are the things we do even when they offer no immediate benefit.
Valuing other people's reactions may make us happy in the short term.
But not if we allow them to be our sole measure of worth.
Just because we are applauded it doesn't mean we are right.
Just because we are criticized it doesn't mean we are wrong.
To understand our true worth we must ask ourselves whether we acted in accordance with the principles that we chose.
If we are used to measuring our worth through other people's reactions we are seeking immediate praise.
But measuring our worth by our principles means we are seeking lasting stability and avoiding the chaos that is caused by placing too much emphasis on external forces.
When faced with a dilemma it is important to listen,
Analyze and then make our decision of which action to take based on our principles,
Not on the pressure to please the crowd.
It is easy to confuse perceived worth with real worth.
Perceived worth is what others think of us.
This can change quickly depending on their perspective,
On their mood and the information they have available to them.
As Stoics we understand our real worth is our courage and character,
Formed from consistent choices and staying true to our principles regardless of the situation.
A strong bridge is not judged by how highly people speak of it but by its ability to withstand the traffic that runs over it year after year after year.
When we consider our worth we must question whether we want to be remembered because somebody once complimented us for something or in fact because we lived our life without betraying what we believed in.
When we are guided by those principles we set for ourselves,
Our own inner value system,
We are led by a compass that will never betray us.
It is easier for us to avoid the noise and stay true to our path when we have strong principles.
At times it is easy to betray our principle system.
We may have worked hard at something and expect to be recognized.
We may go through hardship and believe that someone else must help us.
We may believe the world owes us happiness and if we don't get these things we feel betrayed.
But the truth is life never signed a contract with us for anything.
The world in fact operates on a much harsher principle.
Either we create enough value to earn the result or we keep working until we do.
Understanding our worth means we cultivate the ability to create what we want.
We shift from the position of victim to that of creator.
We understand we will receive all results as a natural part of the process,
Not as a reward or a punishment.
And if we fail,
Instead of losing faith in life's fairness,
We strengthen our ability to face the challenge the next time around.
Everything we are seeking for as Stoics we understand will come when we build enough value we prove enough ability and develop enough strength to keep that thing.
Every day to redefine our self worth we must choose action.
We have the choice to close the gap between where we are and where we want to be.
Every day to build our sense of self worth we understand is an opportunity to add another brick to the foundation regardless of whether anyone has acknowledged that or not.
Small actions repeated consistently produce results far greater and short bursts followed by stopping.
When there are delays in results we understand there is always going to be a gap between planting and harvesting.
During these times we must tend the soil without needing to see growth immediately.
We do not need to compare ourselves to others.
We do not need to prove we are more deserving than someone else.
For our progress is our only focus.
The only thing we can truly control is our own pace and the amount of effort we put into our actions.
We operate on discipline and routine.
And we use this discipline to become the fuel that keeps us going.
Therein lies our self worth.
This daily practice.
This continual growth.
Not moving towards the reward.
So much as building every day.
And creating a sense of self worth from that action.
This is the foundation of inner freedom.
And we understand there will be hiccups along the way.
But cultivating a sense of self worth means we can control how we absorb those hiccups.
And how we choose to turn them into lessons that we become stronger by taking.
The first step to cultivating our self worth is becoming aware.
Recognizing when we are being pulled away by emotions or outside influences.
When we are aware we can call upon our discipline to help us avoid reacting hastily.
Then when we feel we have some measure of control we ensure that every action we take aligns with our chosen goals and values.
If we allow external forces to dictate our sense of self worth we are giving away something of our self.
We are voluntarily attacking our inner peace.
And as Stoics we remember that mastering our mind is not a single event but a process.
Every day we work at the reinforcement of our inner citadel.
We lay brick by brick and we regularly inspect for weak points.
Then when we notice we have slackened off or we have let instinct or emotion take control of our actions we pull ourselves back and reinforce another layer of our wall.
We are aiming to protect our inner world by the reinforcement of our citadel.
We are aiming to protect our inner peace.
When we have a clear sense of self worth we are calm in decision making.
We do not let outside noise drown out our inner voice.
We understand that no one no external force should have the power to dictate our mood without our permission.
When we feel ourselves being drawn into negative emotion we question this.
Not everything that does that is loud or obvious.
Some things work silently by wearing down our confidence and stealing our peace bit by bit.
This can weaken our sense of worth over a period of time.
When we compare or place ourselves in meaningless competition we are assigning value to ourselves based on that competition rather than reinforcing our sense of inner self worth.
As Stoics we understand pouring energy into goals which are not ours.
Comparing ourselves with others attempting to prove to someone else we are better than them slowly destroys our sense of self worth.
If we measure our self worth by external metrics we cannot experience inner peace.
The only race we should be running is our own race.
The only comparisons we should be making are between how far we have developed from the person we were to the person we are today.
The clearer we are about our own self worth our destination the direction we are headed the less likely we are to get pulled off track.
Because in the end the only victory that really matters is the one that we have won on our own chosen path.
Worth is defined by the principles a person chooses to live by and their ability to remain steadfast to those principles regardless of what's happening around them.
As Stoics we understand a compliment today can quite easily turn into criticism tomorrow.
Simply because other people change their perspective or change their investment in us.
If we let our self worth rise and fall with every emotional change we become a drifting boat that loses direction every time their breeze shifts direction.
The external forces that are other people's opinions and beliefs about us are something we cannot change.
It is tempting to be drawn into the habit of measuring ourselves through social feedback.
Seeking validation in order to feel good.
And then adjusting our actions to please others.
Even if this conflicts with what we believe is right.
But as Stoics we understand it is our job to protect our principles our virtues above all else in order to maintain our inner peace.
If we are clear about which principles guide us we will keep going no matter who is applauding.
The four principles of Stoicism help us stay consistent.
When we acknowledge our principles of wisdom,
Justice,
Courage and temperance we are acknowledging the internal standards we have set for ourselves.
And when we consider these standards we are able to make quick clear decisions.
Because we do not need to consult every opinion to know what we should do.
True principles are the things we do even when they offer no immediate benefit.
Valuing other people's reactions may make us happy in the short term.
But not if we allow them to be our sole measure of worth.
Just because we are applauded it doesn't mean we are right.
Just because we are criticized it doesn't mean we are wrong.
To understand our true worth we must ask ourselves whether we acted in accordance with the principles that we chose.
If we are used to measuring our worth through other people's reactions we are seeking immediate praise.
But measuring our worth by our principles means we are seeking lasting stability and avoiding the chaos that is caused by placing too much emphasis on external forces.
When faced with a dilemma it is important to listen,
Analyze and then make our decision of which action to take based on our principles not on the pressure to please the crowd.
It is easy to confuse perceived worth with real worth.
Perceived worth is what others think of us.
This can change quickly depending on their perspective on their mood and the information they have available to them.
As Stoics we understand our real worth is our courage and character formed from consistent choices and staying true to our principles regardless of the situation.
A strong bridge is not judged by how highly people speak of it but by its ability to withstand the traffic that runs over it year after year after year.
When we consider our worth we must question whether we want to be remembered because somebody once complimented us for something or in fact because we lived our life without betraying what we believed in.
When we are guided by those principles we set for ourselves,
Our own inner value system we are led by a compass that will never betray us.
It is easier for us to avoid the noise and stay true to our path when we have strong principles.
At times it is easy to betray our principle system.
We may have worked hard at something and expect to be recognized.
We may go through hardship and believe that someone else must help us.
We may believe the world owes us happiness and if we don't get these things we feel betrayed.
But the truth is life never signed a contract with us for anything.
The world in fact operates on a much harsher principle.
Either we create enough value to earn the result or we keep working until we do.
Understanding our worth means we cultivate the ability to create what we want.
We shift from the position of victim to that of creator.
We understand we will receive all results as a natural part of the process not as a reward or a punishment.
And if we fail instead of losing faith in life's fairness we strengthen our ability to face the challenge the next time round.
Everything we are seeking for as Stoics we understand will come when we build enough value.
We prove enough ability and develop enough strength to keep that thing.
Every day to redefine our self worth we must choose action.
We have the choice to close the gap between where we are and where we want to be.
Every day to build our sense of self worth we understand is an opportunity to add another brick to the foundation.
Regardless of whether anyone has acknowledged that or not.
Small actions repeated consistently produce results far greater and short bursts followed by stopping.
When there are delays in results we understand there is always going to be a gap between planting and harvesting.
During these times we must tend the soil without needing to see growth immediately.
We do not need to compare ourselves to others.
We do not need to prove we are more deserving than someone else.
For our progress is our only focus.
The only thing we can truly control is our own pace and the amount of effort we put into our actions.
We operate on discipline and routine.
And we use this discipline to become the fuel that keeps us going.
Therein lies our worth.
This daily practice.
This continual growth.
Not moving towards the reward so much as building every day and creating a sense of self worth from that action.
This is the foundation of inner freedom.
And we understand there will be hiccups along the way.
But cultivating a sense of self worth means we can control how we absorb those hiccups.
And how we choose to turn them into lessons that we become stronger by taking.
The first step to cultivating our self worth is becoming aware.
Recognizing when we are being pulled away by emotions or outside influences.
When we are aware we can call upon our discipline to help us avoid reacting hastily.
Then when we feel we have some measure of control we ensure that every action we take aligns with our chosen goals and values.
If we allow external forces to dictate our sense of self worth we are giving away something of ourself.
We are voluntarily attacking our inner peace.
And as Stoics we remember that mastering our mind is not a single event but a process.
Every day we work at the reinforcement of our inner citadel.
We lay brick by brick and we regularly inspect for weak points.
Then when we notice we have slackened off or we have let instinct or emotion take control of our actions we pull ourself back and reinforce another layer of our wall.
We are aiming to protect our inner world by the reinforcement of our citadel.
We are aiming to protect our inner peace.
When we have a clear sense of self worth we are calm in decision making.
We do not let outside noise drown out our inner voice.
We understand that no one no external force should have the power to dictate our mood without our permission.
When we feel ourselves being drawn into negative emotion we question this.
Not everything that does that is loud or obvious.
Some things work silently by wearing down our confidence and stealing our peace bit by bit.
This can weaken our sense of worth over a period of time.
When we compare or place ourself in meaningless competition we are assigning value to ourselves based on that competition rather than reinforcing our sense of inner self worth.
As Stoics we understand pouring energy into goals that are not ours comparing ourselves with others attempting to prove to someone else we are better than them slowly destroys our sense of self worth.
If we measure our self worth by external metrics we cannot experience inner peace.
The only race we should be running is our own race.
The only comparisons we should be making are between how far we have developed from the person we were to the person we are today.
The clearer we are about our own self worth our destination the direction we are headed the less likely we are to get pulled off track.
Because in the end the only victory that really matters is the one that we have won on our own chosen path.
As Stoics we understand a compliment today can quite easily turn into criticism tomorrow.
Simply because other people change their perspective or change their investment in us.
If we let our self worth rise and fall with every emotional change we become a drifting boat that loses direction every time their breeze shifts direction.
The external forces that are other people's opinions and beliefs about us are something we cannot change.
It is tempting to be drawn into the habit of measuring ourselves through social feedback.
Seeking validation in order to feel good.
And then adjusting our actions to please others.
Even if this conflicts with what we believe is right.
But as Stoics we understand it is our job to protect our principles our virtues above all else in order to maintain our inner peace.
If we are clear about which principles guide us we will keep going no matter who is applauding.
The four principles of Stoicism help us stay consistent.
When we acknowledge our principles of wisdom,
Justice,
Courage and temperance we are acknowledging the internal standards we have set for ourselves.
And when we consider these standards we are able to make quick clear decisions.
Because we do not need to consult every opinion to know what we should do.
True principles are the things we do even when they offer no immediate benefit.
Valuing other people's reactions may make us happy in the short term.
But not if we allow them to be our sole measure of worth.
Just because we are applauded it doesn't mean we are right.
Just because we are criticized it doesn't mean we are wrong.
To understand our true worth we must ask ourselves whether we acted in accordance with the principles that we chose.
If we are used to measuring our worth through other people's reactions we are seeking immediate praise.
But measuring our worth by our principles means we are seeking lasting stability and avoiding the chaos that is caused by placing too much emphasis on external forces.
When faced with a dilemma it is important to listen analyze and then make our decision of which action to take based on our principles not on the pressure to please the crowd.
It is easy to confuse perceived worth with real worth.
Perceived worth is what others think of us.
This can change quickly depending on their perspective,
On their mood and the information they have available to them.
As Stoics we understand our real worth is our courage and character formed from consistent choices and staying true to our principles regardless of the situation.
A strong bridge is not judged by how highly people speak of it but by its ability to withstand the traffic that runs over it year after year after year.
When we consider our worth we must question whether we want to be remembered because somebody once complimented us for something or in fact because we lived our life without betraying what we believed in.
When we are guided by those principles we set for ourselves our own inner value system we are led by a compass that will never betray us.
It is easier for us to avoid the noise and stay true to our path when we have strong principles.
At times it is easy to betray our principle system.
We may have worked hard at something and expect to be recognized.
We may go through hardship and believe that someone else must help us.
We may believe the world owes us happiness and if we don't get these things we feel betrayed.
But the truth is life never signed a contract with us for anything.
The world in fact operates on a much harsher principle.
Either we create enough value to earn the result or we keep working until we do.
Understanding our worth means we cultivate the ability to create what we want.
We shift from the position of victim to that of creator.
We understand we will receive all results as a natural part of the process not as a reward or a punishment.
And if we fail instead of losing faith in life's fairness we strengthen our ability to face the challenge the next time round.
Everything we are seeking for as Stoics we understand will come when we build enough value,
We prove enough ability and develop enough strength to keep that thing.
Every day to redefine our self worth we must choose action.
We have the choice to close the gap between where we are and where we want to be.
Every day to build our sense of self worth.
We understand it's an opportunity to add another brick to the foundation regardless of whether anyone has acknowledged that or not.
Small actions repeated consistently produce results far greater and short bursts followed by stopping.
When there are delays in results we understand there is always going to be a gap between planting and harvesting.
During these times we must tend the soil without needing to see growth immediately.
We do not need to compare ourselves to others.
We do not need to prove we are more deserving than someone else.
For our progress is our only focus.
The only thing we can truly control is our own pace and the amount of effort we put into our actions.
We operate on discipline and routine.
And we use this discipline to become the fuel that keeps us going.
Therein lies our worth.
This daily practice.
This continual growth.
Not moving towards the reward so much as building every day and creating a sense of self worth from that action.
This is the foundation of inner freedom.
And we understand there will be hiccups along the way.
But cultivating a sense of self worth means we can control how we absorb those hiccups.
And how we choose to turn them into lessons that we become stronger by taking.
The first step to cultivating our self worth is becoming aware.
Recognizing when we are being pulled away by emotions or outside influences.
When we are aware we can call upon our discipline to help us avoid reacting hastily.
Then when we feel we have some measure of control.
We ensure that every action we take aligns with our chosen goals and values.
If we allow external forces to dictate our sense of self worth we are giving away something of our self.
We are voluntarily attacking our inner peace.
And as Stoics we remember that mastering our mind is not a single event but a process.
Every day we work at the reinforcement of our inner citadel.
We lay brick by brick and we regularly inspect for weak points.
Then when we notice we have slackened off or we have let instinct or emotion take control of our actions.
We pull ourselves back and reinforce another layer of our wall.
We are aiming to protect our inner world by the reinforcement of our citadel.
We are aiming to protect our inner peace.
When we have a clear sense of self worth we are calm in decision making.
We do not let outside noise drown out our inner voice.
We understand that no one,
No external force should have the power to dictate our mood without our permission.
When we feel ourselves being drawn into negative emotion we question this.
Not everything that does that is loud or obvious.
Some things work silently by wearing down our confidence and stealing our peace bit by bit.
This can weaken our sense of worth over a period of time.
When we compare or place ourselves in meaningless competition we are assigning value to ourselves based on that competition.
Rather than reinforcing our sense of inner self worth.
As Stoics we understand pouring energy into goals which are not ours comparing ourselves with others attempting to prove to someone else we are better than them slowly destroys our sense of self worth.
If we measure our self worth by external metrics we cannot experience inner peace.
The only race we should be running is our own race.
The only comparisons we should be making are between how far we have developed from the person we were to the person we are today.
The clearer we are about our own self worth our destination the direction we are headed the less likely we are to get pulled off track.
Because in the end the only victory that really matters is the one that we have won on our own chosen path.
Worth is defined by the principles a person chooses to live by and their ability to remain steadfast to those principles regardless of what's happening around them.
As Stoics we understand a compliment today can quite easily turn into criticism tomorrow simply because other people change their perspective or change their investment in us.
If we let our self worth rise and fall with every emotional change we become a drifting boat that loses direction every time their breeze shifts direction.
The external forces that are other people's opinions and beliefs about us are something we cannot change.
It is tempting to be drawn into the habit of measuring ourselves through social feedback.
Seeking validation in order to feel good.
And then adjusting our actions to please others.
Even if this conflicts with what we believe is right.
But as Stoics we understand it is our job to protect our principles our virtues above all else in order to maintain our inner peace.
If we are clear about which principles guide us we will keep going no matter who is applauding.
The four principles of Stoicism help us stay consistent.
When we acknowledge our principles of wisdom justice,
Courage and temperance we are acknowledging the internal standards we have set for ourselves.
And when we consider these standards we are able to make quick,
Clear decisions.
Because we do not need to consult every opinion to know what we should do.
True principles are the things we do even when they offer no immediate benefit.
Valuing other people's reactions may make us happy in the short term.
But not if we allow them to be our sole measure of worth.
Just because we are applauded it doesn't mean we are right.
Just because we are criticized it doesn't mean we are wrong.
To understand our true worth we must ask ourselves whether we acted in accordance with the principles that we chose.
If we are used to measuring our worth through other people's reactions we are seeking immediate praise.
But measuring our worth by our principles means we are seeking lasting stability and avoiding the chaos that is caused by placing too much emphasis on external forces.
When faced with a dilemma it is important to listen,
Analyze and then make our decision of which action to take based on our principles,
Not on the pressure to please the crowd.
It is easy to confuse perceived worth with real worth.
Perceived worth is what others think of us.
This can change quickly depending on their perspective,
On their mood and the information they have available to them.
As Stoics we understand our real worth is our courage and character formed from consistent choices and staying true to our principles regardless of the situation.
A strong bridge is not judged by how highly people speak of it but by its ability to withstand the traffic that runs over it year after year after year.
When we consider our perceived worth we must question whether we want to be remembered because somebody once complimented us for something or in fact because we lived our life without betraying what we believed in.
When we are guided by those principles we set for ourselves,
Our own inner value system.
We are led by a compass that will never betray us.
It is easier for us to avoid the noise and stay true to our path when we have strong principles.
At times it is easy to betray our principle system.
We may have worked hard at something and expect to be recognized.
We may go through hardship and believe that someone else must help us.
We may believe the world owes us happiness and if we don't get these things we feel betrayed.
But the truth is life never signed a contract with us for anything.
The world in fact operates on a much harsher principle.
Either we create enough value to earn the result or we keep working until we do.
Understanding our worth means we cultivate the ability to create what we want.
We shift from the position of victim to that of creator.
We understand we will receive all results as a natural part of the process,
Not as a reward or a punishment.
And if we fail,
Instead of losing faith in life's fairness,
We strengthen our ability to face the challenge the next time round.
Everything we are seeking for as Stoics we understand will come when we build enough value,
We prove enough ability and develop enough strength to keep that thing.
Every day to redefine our self worth we must choose action.
We have the choice to close the gap between where we are and where we want to be.
Every day to build our sense of self worth we understand is an opportunity to add another brick to the foundation,
Regardless of whether anyone has acknowledged that or not.
Small actions repeated consistently produce results far greater than short bursts followed by stopping.
When there are delays in results we understand there is always going to be a gap between planting and harvesting.
During these times we must tend the soil without needing to see growth immediately.
We do not need to compare ourselves to others.
We do not need to prove we are more deserving than someone else.
For our progress is our only focus.
The only thing we can truly control is our own pace and the amount of effort we put into our actions.
We operate on discipline and routine.
And we use this discipline to become the fuel that keeps us going.
Therein lies our worth.
This daily practice.
This continual growth.
Not moving towards the reward so much as building every day.
And creating a sense of self worth from that action.
This is the foundation of inner freedom.
And we understand there will be hiccups along the way.
But cultivating a sense of self worth means we can control how we absorb those hiccups.
And how we choose to turn them into lessons that we become stronger by taking.
The first step to cultivating our self worth is becoming aware.
Recognizing when we are being pulled away by emotions or outside influences.
When we are aware we can call upon our discipline to help us avoid reacting hastily.
Then when we feel we have some measure of control we ensure that every action we take aligns with our chosen goals and values.
If we allow external forces to dictate our sense of self worth we are giving away something of our self.
We are voluntarily attacking our inner peace.
And as Stoics we remember that mastering our mind is not a single event but a process.
Every day we work at the reinforcement of our inner citadel.
We lay brick by brick and we regularly inspect for weak points.
Then when we notice we have slackened off or we have let instinct or emotion take control of our actions we pull ourselves back and reinforce another layer of our wall.
We are aiming to protect our inner world by the reinforcement of our citadel.
We are aiming to protect our inner peace.
When we have a clear sense of self worth we are calm in decision making.
We do not let outside noise drown out our inner voice.
We understand that no one no external force should have the power to dictate our mood without our permission.
When we feel ourselves being drawn into negative emotion we question this.
Not everything that does that is loud or obvious.
Some things work silently by wearing down our confidence and stealing our peace bit by bit.
This can weaken our sense of worth over a period of time.
When we compare or place ourselves in meaningless competition we are assigning value to ourselves based on that competition.
Rather than reinforcing our sense of inner self worth.
As Stoics we understand pouring energy into goals that are not ours comparing ourselves with others attempting to prove to someone else we are better than them slowly destroys our sense of self worth.
If we measure our self worth by external metrics we cannot experience inner peace.
The only race we should be running is our own race.
The only comparisons we should be making are between how far we have developed from the person we were to the person we are today.
The clearer we are about our own self worth our destination the direction we are headed the less likely we are to get pulled off track.
Because in the end the only victory that really matters is the one that we have won on our own chosen path.
As Stoics we understand a compliment today can quite easily turn into criticism tomorrow.
Simply because other people change their perspective or change their investment in us.
If we let our self worth rise and fall with every emotional change we become a drifting boat that loses direction every time their breeze shifts direction.
The external forces that are other people's opinions and beliefs about us are something we cannot change.
It is tempting to be drawn into the habit of measuring ourselves through social feedback seeking validation in order to feel good and then adjusting our actions to please others.
Even if this conflicts with what we believe is right.
But as Stoics we understand it is our job to protect our principles our virtues above all else in order to maintain our inner peace.
If we are clear about which principles guide us we will keep going no matter who is applauding.
The four principles of Stoicism help us stay consistent.
When we acknowledge our principles of wisdom justice,
Courage and temperance we are acknowledging the internal standards we have set for ourselves.
And when we consider these standards we are able to make quick clear decisions because we do not need to consult every opinion to know what we should do.
True principles are the things we do even when they offer no immediate benefit.
Valuing other people's reactions may make us happy in the short term but not if we allow them to be our sole measure of worth.
Just because we are applauded it doesn't mean we are right.
Just because we are criticized it doesn't mean we are wrong.
To understand our true worth we must ask ourselves whether we acted in accordance with the principles that we chose.
If we are used to measuring our worth through other people's reactions we are seeking immediate praise.
But measuring our worth by our principles means we are seeking lasting stability and avoiding the chaos that is caused by placing too much emphasis on external forces.
When faced with a dilemma it is important to listen,
Analyze and then make our decision of which action to take based on our principles not on the pressure to please the crowd.
It is easy to confuse perceived worth with real worth.
Perceived worth is what others think of us as.
This can change quickly depending on their perspective on their mood and the information they have available to them.
As Stoics we understand our real worth is our courage and character formed from consistent choices and staying true to our principles regardless of the situation.
A strong bridge is not judged by how highly people speak of it but by its ability to withstand the traffic that runs over it year after year after year.
When we consider our worth we must question whether we want to be remembered because somebody once complimented us for something or in fact because we lived our life without betraying what we believed in.
When we are guided by those principles we set for ourselves,
Our own inner value system we are led by a compass that will never betray us.
It is easier for us to avoid the noise and stay true to our path when we have strong principles.
At times it is easy to betray our principle system.
We may have worked hard at something and expect to be recognized.
We may go through hardship and believe that someone else must help us.
We may believe the world owes us happiness and if we don't get these things we feel betrayed.
But the truth is life never signed a contract with us for anything.
The world in fact operates on a much harsher principle.
Either we create enough value to earn the result or we keep working until we do.
Understanding our worth means we cultivate the ability to create what we want.
We shift from the position of victim to that of creator.
We understand we will receive all results as a natural part of the process not as a reward or a punishment.
And if we fail,
Instead of losing faith in life's fairness we strengthen our ability to face the challenge the next time round.
Everything we are seeking for,
As stoics we understand,
Will come when we build enough value.
We prove enough ability and develop enough strength to keep that thing.
Every day to redefine our self worth we must choose action.
We have the choice to close the gap between where we are and where we want to be.
Every day to build our sense of self worth we understand is an opportunity to add another brick to the foundation.
Regardless of whether anyone has acknowledged that or not.
Small actions repeated consistently produce results far greater and short bursts followed by stopping.
When there are delays in results we understand there is always going to be a gap between planting and harvesting.
During these times we must tend the soil without needing to see growth immediately.
We do not need to compare ourselves to others.
We do not need to prove we are more deserving than someone else.
For our progress is our only focus.
The only thing we can truly control is our own pace and the amount of effort we put into our actions.
We operate on discipline and routine.
And we use this discipline to become the fuel that keeps us going.
Therein lies our worth.
This daily practice.
This continual growth.
Not moving towards the reward so much as building everyday and creating a sense of self worth from that action.
This is the foundation of inner freedom.
And we understand there will be hiccups along the way.
But cultivating a sense of self worth means we can control how we absorb those hiccups.
And how we choose to turn them into lessons that we become stronger by taking.
The first step to cultivating our self worth is becoming aware.
Recognizing when we are being pulled away by emotions or outside influences.
When we are aware we can call upon our discipline to help us avoid reacting hastily.
Then when we feel we have some measure of control we ensure that every action we take aligns with our chosen goals and values.
If we allow external forces to dictate our sense of self worth we are giving away something of ourself.
We are voluntarily attacking our inner peace.
And as Stoics we remember that mastering our mind is not a single event but a process.
Every day we work at the reinforcement of our inner citadel.
We lay brick by brick and we regularly inspect for weak points.
Then when we notice we have slackened off or we have let instinct or emotion take control of our actions we pull ourself back and reinforce another layer of our wall.
We are aiming to protect our inner world by the reinforcement of our citadel.
We are aiming to protect our inner peace.
When we have a clear sense of self worth we are calm in decision making.
We do not let outside noise drown out our inner voice.
We understand that no one,
No external force should have the power to dictate our mood without our permission.
When we feel ourselves being drawn into negative emotion we question this.
Not everything that does that is loud or obvious.
Some things work silently by wearing down our confidence and stealing our peace bit by bit.
This can weaken our sense of worth over a period of time.
When we compare or place ourself in meaningless competition we are assigning value to ourselves based on that competition rather than reinforcing our sense of inner self worth.
As Stoics we understand pouring energy into goals that are not ours comparing ourselves with others attempting to prove to someone else we are better than them slowly destroys our sense of self worth.
If we measure our self worth by external metrics we cannot experience inner peace.
The only race we should be running is our own race.
The only comparisons we should be making are between how far we have developed from the person we were to the person we are today.
The clearer we are about our own self worth our destination the direction we are headed the less likely we are to get pulled off track.
Because in the end the only victory that really matters is the one that we have won on our own chosen path.
Worth is defined by the principles a person chooses to live by and their ability to remain steadfast to those principles regardless of what's happening around them.
As Stoics we understand a compliment today can quite easily turn into criticism tomorrow.
Simply because other people change their perspective or change their investment in us.
If we let our self worth rise and fall with every emotional change we become a drifting boat that loses direction every time their breeze shifts direction.
The external forces that are other people's opinions and beliefs about us are something we cannot change.
It is tempting to be drawn into the habit of measuring ourselves through social feedback.
Seeking validation in order to feel good.
And then adjusting our actions to please others.
Even if this conflicts with what we believe is right.
But as Stoics we understand it is our job to protect our principles our virtues above all else in order to maintain our inner peace.
If we are clear about which principles guide us we will keep going no matter who is applauding.
The four principles of Stoicism help us stay consistent.
When we acknowledge our principles of wisdom,
Justice,
Courage and temperance we are acknowledging the internal standards we have set for ourselves.
And when we consider these standards we are able to make quick clear decisions.
Because we do not need to consult every opinion to know what we should do.
True principles are the things we do even when they offer no immediate benefit.
Valuing other people's reactions may make us happy in the short term but not if we allow them to be our sole measure of worth.
Just because we are applauded it doesn't mean we are right.
Just because we are criticized it doesn't mean we are wrong.
To understand our true worth we must ask ourselves whether we acted in accordance with the principles that we chose.
If we are used to measuring our worth through other people's reactions we are seeking immediate praise.
But measuring our worth by our principles means we are seeking lasting stability and avoiding the chaos that is caused by placing too much emphasis on external forces.
When faced with a dilemma it is important to listen,
Analyze and then make our decision of which action to take based on our principles not on the pressure to please the crowd.
It is easy to confuse perceived worth with real worth.
Perceived worth is what others think of us.
This can change quickly depending on their perspective on their mood and the information they have available to them.
As Stoics we understand our real worth is our courage and character formed from consistent choices and staying true to our principles regardless of the situation.
A strong bridge is not judged by how highly people speak of it but by its ability to withstand the traffic that runs over it year after year after year.
When we consider our worth we must question whether we want to be remembered because somebody once complimented us for something or in fact because we lived our life without betraying what we believed in.
When we are guided by those principles we set for ourselves,
Our own inner value system we are led by a compass that will never betray us.
It is easier for us to avoid the noise and stay true to our path when we have strong principles.
At times it is easy to betray our principle system.
We may have worked hard at something and expect to be recognized.
We may go through hardship and believe that someone else must help us.
We may believe the world owes us happiness and if we don't get these things we feel betrayed.
But the truth is life never signed a contract with us for anything.
The world in fact operates on a much harsher principle.
Either we create enough value to earn the result or we keep working until we do.
Understanding our worth means we cultivate the ability to create what we want.
We shift from the position of victim to that of creator.
We understand we will receive all results as a natural part of the process not as a reward or a punishment.
And if we fail,
Instead of losing faith in life's fairness we strengthen our ability to face the challenge the next time round.
Everything we are seeking for,
As stoics we understand,
Will come when we build enough value.
We prove enough ability and develop enough strength to keep that thing.
Every day to redefine our self worth we must choose action.
We have the choice to close the gap between where we are and where we want to be.
Every day to build our sense of self worth we understand is an opportunity to add another brick to the foundation.
Regardless of whether anyone has acknowledged that or not.
Small actions repeated consistently produce results far greater and short bursts followed by stopping.
When there are delays in results we understand there is always going to be a gap between planting and harvesting.
During these times we must tend the soil without needing to see growth immediately.
We do not need to compare ourselves to others.
We do not need to prove we are more deserving than someone else.
For our progress is our only focus.
The only thing we can truly control is our own pace and the amount of effort we put into our actions.
We operate on discipline and routine.
And we use this discipline to become the fuel that keeps us going.
Therein lies our worth.
This daily practice.
This continual growth.
Not moving towards the reward so much as building every day and creating a sense of self-worth from that action.
This is the foundation of inner freedom.
And we understand there will be hiccups along the way.
But cultivating a sense of self-worth means we can control how we absorb those hiccups.
And how we choose to turn them into lessons that we become stronger by taking.
The first step to cultivating our self-worth is becoming aware.
Recognizing when we are being pulled away by emotions or outside influences.
When we are aware we can call upon our discipline to help us avoid reacting hastily.
Then when we feel we have some measure of control we ensure that every action we take aligns with our chosen goals and values.
If we allow external forces to dictate our sense of self-worth we are giving away something of ourself.
We are voluntarily attacking our inner peace.
And as Stoics we remember that mastering our mind is not a single event but a process.
Every day we work at the reinforcement of our inner citadel.
We lay brick by brick and we regularly inspect for weak points.
Then when we notice we have slackened off or we have let instinct or emotion take control of our actions we pull ourself back and reinforce another layer of our wall.
We are aiming to protect our inner world by the reinforcement of our citadel.
We are aiming to protect our inner peace.
When we have a clear sense of self-worth we are calm in decision making.
We do not let outside noise drown out our inner voice.
We understand that no one,
No external force should have the power to dictate our mood without our permission.
When we feel ourselves being drawn into negative emotion we question this.
Not everything that does that is loud or obvious.
Some things work silently by wearing down our confidence and stealing our peace bit by bit.
This can weaken our sense of worth over a period of time.
When we compare or place ourself in meaningless competition we are assigning value to ourselves based on that competition rather than reinforcing our sense of inner self-worth.
As Stoics we understand pouring energy into goals which are not ours comparing ourselves with others attempting to prove to someone else we are better than them slowly destroys our sense of self-worth.
If we measure our self-worth by external metrics we cannot experience inner peace.
The only race we should be running is our own race.
The only comparisons we should be making are between how far we have developed from the person we were to the person we are today.
The clearer we are about our own self-worth our destination the direction we are headed the less likely we are to get pulled off track.
Because in the end the only victory that really matters is the one that we have won on our own chosen path.
As Stoics we understand a compliment today can quite easily turn into criticism tomorrow simply because other people change their perspective or change their investment in us.
If we let our self-worth rise and fall with every emotional change we become a drifting boat that loses direction every time their breeze shifts direction.
The external forces that are other people's opinions and beliefs about us are something we cannot change.
It is tempting to be drawn into the habit of measuring ourselves through social feedback seeking validation in order to feel good and then adjusting our actions to please others.
Even if this conflicts with what we believe is right.
But as Stoics we understand it is our job to protect our principles our virtues above all else in order to maintain our inner peace.
If we are clear about which principles guide us we will keep going no matter who is applauding.
The four principles of Stoicism help us stay consistent.
When we acknowledge our principles of wisdom justice,
Courage and temperance we are acknowledging the internal standards we have set for ourselves.
And when we consider these standards we are able to make quick clear decisions because we do not need to consult every opinion to know what we should do.
True principles are the things we do even when they offer no immediate benefit.
Valuing other people's reactions may make us happy in the short term but not if we allow them to be our sole measure of worth.
Just because we are applauded it doesn't mean we are right.
Just because we are criticized it doesn't mean we are wrong.
To understand our true worth we must ask ourselves whether we acted in accordance with the principles that we chose.
If we are used to measuring our worth through other people's reactions we are seeking immediate praise.
But measuring our worth by our principles means we are seeking lasting stability and avoiding the chaos that is caused by placing too much emphasis on external forces.
When faced with a dilemma it is important to listen,
Analyze and then make our decision of which action to take based on our principles not on the pressure to please the crowd.
It is easy to confuse perceived worth with real worth.
Perceived worth is what others think of us This can change quickly depending on their perspective on their mood and the information they have available to them.
As Stoics we understand our real worth is our courage and character formed from consistent choices and staying true to our principles regardless of the situation.
A strong bridge is not judged by how highly people speak of it but by its ability to withstand the traffic that runs over it year after year after year.
When we consider our worth we must question whether we want to be remembered because somebody once complimented us for something or in fact because we lived our life without betraying what we believed in.
When we are guided by those principles we set for ourselves,
Our own inner value system we are led by a compass that will never betray us.
It is easier for us to avoid the noise and stay true to our path when we have strong principles.
At times it is easy to betray our principle system.
We may have worked hard at something and expect to be recognized.
We may go through hardship and believe that someone else must help us.
We may believe the world owes us happiness and if we don't get these things we feel betrayed.
But the truth is life never signed a contract with us for anything.
The world in fact operates on a much harsher principle.
Either we create enough value to earn the result or we keep working until we do.
Understanding our worth means we cultivate the ability to create what we want.
We shift from the position of victim to that of creator.
We understand we will receive all results as a natural part of the process not as a reward or a punishment.
And if we fail,
Instead of losing faith in life's fairness we strengthen our ability to face the challenge the next time round.
Everything we are seeking for,
As stoics we understand,
Will come when we build enough value.
We prove enough ability and develop enough strength to keep that thing.
Every day to redefine our self worth we must choose action.
We have the choice to close the gap between where we are and where we want to be.
Every day to build our sense of self worth we understand is an opportunity to add another brick to the foundation.
Regardless of whether anyone has acknowledged that or not.
Small actions repeated consistently produce results far greater and short bursts followed by stopping.
When there are delays in results we understand there is always going to be a gap between planting and harvesting.
During these times we must tend the soil without needing to see growth immediately.
We do not need to compare ourselves to others.
We do not need to prove we are more deserving than someone else.
For our progress is our only focus.
The only thing we can truly control is our own pace and the amount of effort we put into our actions.
We operate on discipline and routine.
And we use this discipline to become the fuel that keeps us going.
Therein lies our worth.
This daily practice.
This continual growth.
Not moving towards the reward so much as building every day and creating a sense of self worth from that action.
This is the foundation of inner freedom.
And we understand there will be hiccups along the way.
But cultivating a sense of self worth means we can control how we absorb those hiccups.
And how we choose to turn them into lessons that we become stronger by taking.
The first step to cultivating our self worth is becoming aware.
Recognizing when we are being pulled away by emotions or outside influences.
When we are aware we can call upon our discipline to help us avoid reacting hastily.
Then when we feel we have some measure of control we ensure that every action we take aligns with our chosen goals and values.
If we allow external forces to dictate our sense of self worth we are giving away something of ourself.
We are voluntarily attacking our inner peace.
And as Stoics we remember that mastering our mind is not a single event but a process.
Every day we work at the reinforcement of our inner citadel.
We lay brick by brick and we regularly inspect for weak points.
Then when we notice we have slackened off or we have let instinct or emotion take control of our actions we pull ourselves back and reinforce another layer of our wall.
We are aiming to protect our inner world by the reinforcement of our citadel.
We are aiming to protect our inner peace.
When we have a clear sense of self worth we are calm in decision making.
We do not let outside noise drown out our inner voice.
We understand that no one,
No external force should have the power to dictate our mood without our permission.
When we feel ourselves being drawn into negative emotion we question this.
Not everything that does that is loud or obvious.
Some things work silently by wearing down our confidence and stealing our peace bit by bit.
This can weaken our sense of worth over a period of time.
When we compare or place ourselves in meaningless competition we are assigning value to ourselves based on that competition rather than reinforcing our sense of inner self worth.
As Stoics we understand pouring energy into goals that are not ours comparing ourselves with others attempting to prove to someone else we are better than them slowly destroys our sense of self worth.
If we measure our self worth by external metrics we cannot experience inner peace.
The only race we should be running is our own race.
The only comparisons we should be making are between how far we have developed from the person we were to the person we are today.
The clearer we are about our own self worth our destination the direction we are headed the less likely we are to get pulled off track because in the end the only victory that really matters is the one that we have won on our own chosen path.
Worth is defined by the principles a person chooses to live by and their ability to remain steadfast to those principles regardless of what's happening around them.
As Stoics we understand a compliment today can quite easily turn into criticism tomorrow simply because other people change their perspective or change their investment in us.
If we let our self worth rise and fall with every emotional change we become a drifting boat that loses direction every time their breeze shifts direction.
The external forces that are other people's opinions and beliefs about us are something we cannot change.
It is tempting to be drawn into the habit of measuring ourselves through social feedback seeking validation in order to feel good and then adjusting our actions to please others.
Even if this conflicts with what we believe is right.
But as Stoics we understand it is our job to protect our principles our virtues above all else in order to maintain our inner peace.
If we are clear about which principles guide us we will keep going no matter who is applauding.
The four principles of Stoicism help us stay consistent.
When we acknowledge our principles of wisdom justice,
Courage and temperance we are acknowledging the internal standards we have set for ourselves.
And when we consider these standards we are able to make quick clear decisions because we do not need to consult every opinion to know what we should do.
True principles are the things we do even when they offer no immediate benefit.
Valuing other people's reactions may make us happy in the short term but not if we allow them to be our sole measure of worth.
Just because we are applauded it doesn't mean we are right.
Just because we are criticized it doesn't mean we are wrong.
To understand our true worth we must ask ourselves whether we acted in accordance with the principles that we chose.
If we are used to measuring our worth through other people's reactions we are seeking immediate praise.
But measuring our worth by our principles means we are seeking lasting stability and avoiding the chaos that is caused by placing too much emphasis on external forces.
When faced with a dilemma it is important to listen,
Analyze and then make our decision of which action to take based on our principles not on the pressure to please the crowd.
It is easy to confuse perceived worth with real worth.
Perceived worth is what others think of us.
This can change quickly depending on their perspective,
On their mood and the information they have available to them.
As Stoics we understand our real worth is our courage and character formed from consistent choices and staying true to our principles regardless of the situation.
A strong bridge is not judged by how highly people speak of it but by its ability to withstand the traffic that runs over it year after year after year.
When we consider our worth we must question whether we want to be remembered because somebody once complimented us for something or in fact because we lived our life without betraying what we believed in.
When we are guided by those principles we set for ourselves our own inner value system.
We are led by a compass that will never betray us.
It is easier for us to avoid the noise and stay true to our path when we have strong principles.
At times it is easy to betray our principle system.
We may have worked hard at something and expect to be recognized.
We may go through hardship and believe that someone else must help us.
We may believe the world owes us happiness and if we don't get these things we feel betrayed.
But the truth is life never signed a contract with us for anything.
The world in fact operates on a much harsher principle.
Either we create enough value to earn the result or we keep working until we do.
Understanding our worth means we cultivate the ability to create what we want.
We shift from the position of victim to that of creator.
We understand we will receive all results as a natural part of the process not as a reward or a punishment.
And if we fail instead of losing faith in life's fairness we strengthen our ability to face the challenge the next time around.
Everything we are seeking for as Stoics we understand will come when we build enough value,
We prove enough ability and develop enough strength to keep that thing.
Every day to redefine our self worth we must choose action.
We have the choice to close the gap between where we are and where we want to be.
Every day to build our sense of self worth we understand is an opportunity to add another brick to the foundation regardless of whether anyone has acknowledged that or not.
Small actions repeated consistently produce results far greater and short bursts followed by stopping.
When there are delays in results we understand there is always going to be a gap between planting and harvesting.
During these times we must tend the soil without needing to see growth immediately.
We do not need to compare ourselves to others.
We do not need to prove we are more deserving than someone else.
For our progress is our only focus.
The only thing we can truly control is our own pace and the amount of effort we put into our actions.
We operate on discipline and routine.
And we use this discipline to become the fuel that keeps us going.
Therein lies our worth.
This daily practice.
This continual growth.
Not moving towards the reward so much as building every day.
And creating a sense of self worth from that action.
This is the foundation of inner freedom.
And we understand there will be hiccups along the way.
But cultivating a sense of self worth means we can control how we absorb those hiccups.
And how we choose to turn them into lessons that we become stronger by taking.
The first step to cultivating our self worth is becoming aware.
Recognizing when we are being pulled away by emotions or outside influences.
When we are aware we can call upon our discipline to help us avoid reacting hastily.
Then when we feel we have some measure of control.
We ensure that every action we take aligns with our chosen goals and values.
If we allow external forces to dictate our sense of self worth.
We are giving away something of our self.
We are voluntarily attacking our inner peace.
And as Stoics we remember that mastering our mind is not a single event.
But a process.
Every day we work at the reinforcement of our inner citadel.
We lay brick by brick and we regularly inspect for weak points.
Then when we notice we have slackened off or we have let instinct or emotion take control of our actions.
We pull ourselves back and reinforce another layer of our wall.
We are aiming to protect our inner world by the reinforcement of our citadel.
We are aiming to protect our inner peace.
When we have a clear sense of self worth we are calm in decision making.
We do not let outside noise drown out our inner voice.
We understand that no one,
No external force should have the power to dictate our mood without our permission.
When we feel ourselves being drawn into negative emotion we question this.
Not everything that does that is loud or obvious.
Some things work silently by wearing down our confidence and stealing our peace bit by bit.
This can weaken our sense of worth over a period of time.
When we compare or place ourselves in meaningless competition we are assigning value to ourselves based on that competition.
Rather than reinforcing our sense of inner self worth.
As Stoics we understand pouring energy into goals that are not ours comparing ourselves with others attempting to prove to someone else we are better than them slowly destroys our sense of self worth.
If we measure our self worth by external metrics we cannot experience inner peace.
The only race we should be running is our own race.
The only comparisons we should be making are between how far we have developed from the person we were to the person we are today.
The clearer we are about our own self worth our destination the direction we are headed the less likely we are to get pulled off track.
Because in the end the only victory that really matters is the one that we have won on our own chosen path.
As Stoics we understand a compliment today can quite easily turn into criticism tomorrow.
Simply because other people change their perspective or change their investment in us.
If we let our self worth rise and fall with every emotional change we become a drifting boat that loses direction every time their breeze shifts direction.
The external forces that are other people's opinions and beliefs about us are something we cannot change.
It is tempting to be drawn into the habit of measuring ourselves through social feedback seeking validation in order to feel good and then adjusting our actions to please others.
Even if this conflicts with what we believe is right.
But as Stoics we understand it is our job to protect our principles our virtues above all else in order to maintain our inner peace.
If we are clear about which principles guide us we will keep going no matter who is applauding.
The four principles of Stoicism help us stay consistent.
When we acknowledge our principles of wisdom justice,
Courage and temperance we are acknowledging the internal standards we have set for ourselves.
And when we consider these standards we are able to make quick clear decisions because we do not need to consult every opinion to know what we should do.
True principles are the things we do even when they offer no immediate benefit.
Valuing other people's reactions may make us happy in the short term but not if we allow them to be our sole measure of worth.
Just because we are applauded it doesn't mean we are right.
Just because we are criticized it doesn't mean we are wrong.
To understand our true worth we must ask ourselves whether we acted in accordance with the principles that we chose.
If we are used to measuring our worth through other people's reactions we are seeking immediate praise.
But measuring our worth by our principles means we are seeking lasting stability and avoiding the chaos that is caused by placing too much emphasis on external forces.
When faced with a dilemma it is important to listen,
Analyze and then make our decision of which action to take based on our principles not on the pressure to please the crowd.
It is easy to confuse perceived worth with real worth.
Perceived worth is what others think of us This can change quickly depending on their perspective on their mood and the information they have available to them.
As Stoics we understand our real worth is our courage and character formed from consistent choices and staying true to our principles regardless of the situation.
A strong bridge is not judged by how highly people speak of it but by its ability to withstand the traffic that runs over it year after year after year.
When we consider our worth we must question whether we want to be remembered because somebody once complimented us for something or in fact because we lived our life without betraying what we believed in.
When we are guided by those principles we set for ourselves,
Our own inner value system we are led by a compass that will never betray us.
It is easier for us to avoid the noise and stay true to our path when we have strong principles.
At times it is easy to betray our principle system.
We may have worked hard at something and expect to be recognized.
We may go through hardship and believe that someone else must help us.
We may believe the world owes us happiness and if we don't get these things we feel betrayed.
But the truth is life never signed a contract with us for anything.
The world in fact operates on a much harsher principle.
Either we create enough value to earn the result or we keep working until we do.
Understanding our worth means we cultivate the ability to create what we want.
We shift from the position of victim to that of creator.
We understand we will receive all results as a natural part of the process not as a reward or a punishment.
And if we fail,
Instead of losing faith in life's fairness we strengthen our ability to face the challenge the next time round.
Everything we are seeking for,
As stoics we understand,
Will come when we build enough value.
We prove enough ability and develop enough strength to keep that thing.
Every day to redefine our self worth we must choose action.
We have the choice to close the gap between where we are and where we want to be.
Every day to build our sense of self worth we understand is an opportunity to add another brick to the foundation.
Regardless of whether anyone has acknowledged that or not.
Small actions repeated consistently produce results far greater and short bursts followed by stopping.
When there are delays in results we understand there is always going to be a gap between planting and harvesting.
During these times we must tend the soil without needing to see growth immediately.
We do not need to compare ourselves to others.
We do not need to prove we are more deserving than someone else.
For our progress is our only focus.
The only thing we can truly control is our own pace and the amount of effort we put into our actions.
We operate on discipline and routine.
And we use this discipline to become the fuel that keeps us going.
Therein lies our worth.
This daily practice.
This continual growth.
Not moving towards the reward so much as building every day and creating a sense of self worth from that action.
This is the foundation of inner freedom.
And we understand there will be hiccups along the way.
But cultivating a sense of self worth means we can control how we absorb those hiccups.
And how we choose to turn them into lessons that we become stronger by taking.
The first step to cultivating our self worth is becoming aware.
Recognizing when we are being pulled away by emotions or outside influences.
When we are aware we can call upon our discipline to help us avoid reacting hastily.
Then when we feel we have some measure of control.
We ensure that every action we take aligns with our chosen goals and values.
If we allow external forces to dictate our sense of self worth.
We are giving away something of our self.
We are voluntarily attacking our inner peace.
And as Stoics we remember that mastering our mind is not a single event but a process.
Every day we work at the reinforcement of our inner citadel.
We lay brick by brick and we regularly inspect for weak points.
Then when we notice we have slackened off or we have let instinct or emotion take control of our actions.
We pull our self back and reinforce another layer of our wall.
We are aiming to protect our inner world by the reinforcement of our citadel.
We are aiming to protect our inner peace.
When we have a clear sense of self worth we are calm in decision making.
We do not let outside noise drown out our inner voice.
We understand that no one no external force should have the power to dictate our mood without our permission.
When we feel ourselves being drawn into negative emotion we question this.
Not everything that does that is loud or obvious.
Some things work silently by wearing down our confidence and stealing our peace bit by bit.
This can weaken our sense of worth over a period of time.
When we compare or place ourselves in meaningless competition we are assigning value to ourselves based on that competition.
Rather than reinforcing our sense of inner self worth.
As Stoics we understand pouring energy into goals that are not ours comparing ourselves with others attempting to prove to someone else we are better than them slowly destroys our sense of self worth.
If we measure our self worth by external metrics we cannot experience inner peace.
The only race we should be running is our own race.
The only comparisons we should be making are between how far we have developed from the person we were to the person we are today.
The clearer we are about our own self worth our destination the direction we are headed the less likely we are to get pulled off track.
Because in the end the only victory that really matters is the one that we have won on our own chosen path.
Worth is defined by the principles a person chooses to live by and their ability to remain steadfast to those principles regardless of what's happening around them.
As Stoics we understand a compliment today can quite easily turn into criticism tomorrow simply because other people change their perspective or change their investment in us If we let our self worth rise and fall with every emotional change we become a drifting boat that loses direction every time their breeze shifts direction.
The external forces that are other people's opinions and beliefs about us are something we cannot change.
It is tempting to be drawn into the habit of measuring ourselves through social feedback.
Seeking validation in order to feel good and then adjusting our actions to please others.
Even if this conflicts with what we believe is right But as Stoics we understand it is our job to protect our principles our virtues above all else in order to maintain our inner peace.
If we are clear about which principles guide us we will keep going no matter who is applauding.
The four principles of Stoicism help us stay consistent.
When we acknowledge our principles of wisdom,
Justice courage and temperance we are acknowledging the internal standards we have set for ourselves.
And when we consider these standards we are able to make quick clear decisions.
Because we do not need to consult every opinion to know what we should do.
True principles are the things we do even when they offer no immediate benefit.
Valuing other people's reactions may make us happy in the short term.
But not if we allow them to be our sole measure of worth.
Just because we are applauded it doesn't mean we are right.
Just because we are criticized it doesn't mean we are wrong.
To understand our true worth we must ask ourselves whether we acted in accordance with the principles that we chose.
If we are used to measuring our worth through other people's reactions we are seeking immediate praise.
But measuring our worth by our principles means we are seeking lasting stability and avoiding the chaos that is caused by placing too much emphasis on external forces.
When faced with a dilemma it is important to listen,
Analyze and then make our decision of which action to take based on our principles not on the pressure to please the crowd.
It is easy to confuse perceived worth with real worth.
Perceived worth is what others think of us.
This can change quickly depending on their perspective,
On their mood and the information they have available to them.
As Stoics we understand our real worth is our courage and character formed from consistent choices and staying true to our principles regardless of the situation.
A strong bridge is not judged by how highly people speak of it but by its ability to withstand the traffic that runs over it year after year after year.
When we consider our perceived worth we must question whether we want to be remembered because somebody once complimented us for something or in fact because we lived our life without betraying what we believed in.
When we are guided by those principles we set for ourselves,
Our own inner value system.
We are led by a compass that will never betray us.
It is easier for us to avoid the noise and stay true to our path when we have strong principles.
At times it is easy to betray our principle system.
We may have worked hard at something and expect to be recognized.
We may go through hardship and believe that someone else must help us.
We may believe the world owes us happiness and if we don't get these things we feel betrayed.
But the truth is life never signed a contract with us for anything.
The world in fact operates on a much harsher principle.
Either we create enough value to earn the result or we keep working until we do.
Understanding our worth means we cultivate the ability to create what we want.
We shift from the position of victim to that of creator.
We understand we will receive all results as a natural part of the process not as a reward or a punishment.
And if we fail instead of losing faith in life's fairness we strengthen our ability to face the challenge the next time round.
Everything we are seeking for as Stoics we understand will come when we build enough value,
We prove enough ability and develop enough strength to keep that thing.
Every day to redefine our self worth we must choose action.
We have the choice to close the gap between where we are and where we want to be.
Every day to build our sense of self worth we understand is an opportunity to add another brick to the foundation.
Regardless of whether anyone has acknowledged that or not.
Small actions repeated consistently produce results far greater and short bursts followed by stopping.
When there are delays in results we understand there is always going to be a gap between planting and harvesting.
During these times we must tend the soil without needing to see growth immediately.
We do not need to compare ourselves to others.
We do not need to prove we are more deserving than someone else.
For our progress is our only focus.
The only thing we can truly control is our own pace and the amount of effort we put into our actions.
We operate on discipline and routine.
And we use this discipline to become the fuel that keeps us going.
Therein lies our worth.
This daily practice.
This continual growth.
Not moving towards the reward so much as building every day.
And creating a sense of self worth from that action.
This is the foundation of inner freedom.
And we understand there will be hiccups along the way.
But cultivating a sense of self worth means we can control how we absorb those hiccups.
And how we choose to turn them into lessons that we become stronger by taking.
The first step to cultivating our self worth is becoming aware.
Recognizing when we are being pulled away by emotions or outside influences.
When we are aware we can call upon our discipline to help us avoid reacting hastily.
Then when we feel we have some measure of control.
We ensure that every action we take aligns with our chosen goals and values.
If we allow external forces to dictate our sense of self worth we are giving away something of our self.
We are voluntarily attacking our inner peace.
And as Stoics we remember that mastering our mind is not a single event but a process.
Every day we work at the reinforcement of our inner citadel.
We lay brick by brick and we regularly inspect for weak points.
Then when we notice we have slackened off or we have let instinct or emotion take control of our actions.
We pull ourselves back and reinforce another layer of our wall.
We are aiming to protect our inner world by the reinforcement of our citadel.
We are aiming to protect our inner peace.
When we have a clear sense of self worth we are calm in decision making.
We do not let outside noise drown out our inner voice.
We understand that no one,
No external force should have the power to dictate our mood without our permission.
When we feel ourselves being drawn into negative emotion we question this.
Not everything that does that is loud or obvious.
Some things work silently by wearing down our confidence and stealing our peace bit by bit.
This can weaken our sense of worth over a period of time.
When we compare or place ourselves in meaningless competition we are assigning value to ourselves based on that competition.
Rather than reinforcing our sense of inner self worth.
As Stoics we understand pouring energy into goals which are not ours comparing ourselves with others attempting to prove to someone else we are better than them slowly destroys our sense of self worth.
If we measure our self worth by external metrics we cannot experience inner peace.
The only race we should be running is our own race.
The only comparisons we should be making are between how far we have developed from the person we were to the person we are today.
The clearer we are about our own self worth our destination the direction we are headed the less likely we are to get pulled off track.
Because in the end the only victory that really matters is the one that we have won on our own chosen path.
As Stoics we understand a compliment today can quite easily turn into criticism tomorrow.
Simply because other people change their perspective or change their investment in us.
If we let our self worth rise and fall with every emotional change we become a drifting boat that loses direction every time their breeze shifts direction.
The external forces that are other people's opinions and beliefs about us are something we cannot change.
It is tempting to be drawn into the habit of measuring ourselves through social feedback seeking validation in order to feel good and then adjusting our actions to please others.
Even if this conflicts with what we believe is right.
But as Stoics we understand it is our job to protect our principles our virtues above all else in order to maintain our inner peace.
If we are clear about which principles guide us we will keep going no matter who is applauding.
The four principles of Stoicism help us stay consistent.
When we acknowledge our principles of wisdom,
Justice courage and temperance we are acknowledging the internal standards we have set for ourselves.
And when we consider these standards we are able to make quick clear decisions.
Because we do not need to consult every opinion to know what we should do.
True principles are the things we do even when they offer no immediate benefit.
Valuing other people's reactions may make us happy in the short term but not if we allow them to be our sole measure of worth.
Just because we are applauded it doesn't mean we are right.
Just because we are criticized it doesn't mean we are wrong.
To understand our true worth we must ask ourselves whether we acted in accordance with the principles that we chose.
If we are used to measuring our worth through other people's reactions we are seeking immediate praise.
But measuring our worth by our principles means we are seeking lasting stability and avoiding the chaos that is caused by placing too much emphasis on external forces.
When faced with a dilemma it is important to listen,
Analyze and then make our decision of which action to take based on our principles not on the pressure to please the crowd.
It is easy to confuse perceived worth with real worth.
Perceived worth is what others think of us.
This can change quickly depending on their perspective,
On their mood and the information they have available to them.
As Stoics we understand our real worth is our courage and character formed from consistent choices and staying true to our principles regardless of the situation.
A strong bridge is not judged by how highly people speak of it but by its ability to withstand the traffic that runs over it year after year after year.
When we consider our worth we must question whether we want to be remembered because somebody once complimented us for something or in fact because we lived our life without betraying what we believed in.
When we are guided by those principles we set for ourselves our own inner value system we are led by a compass that will never betray us.
It is easier for us to avoid the noise and stay true to our path when we have strong principles.
At times it is easy to betray our principle system.
We may have worked hard at something and expect to be recognized.
We may go through hardship and believe that someone else must help us.
We may believe the world owes us happiness and if we don't get these things we feel betrayed.
But the truth is life never signed a contract with us for anything.
The world in fact operates on a much harsher principle.
Either we create enough value to earn the result or we keep working until we do.
Understanding our worth means we cultivate the ability to create what we want.
We shift from the position of victim to that of creator.
We understand we will receive all results as a natural part of the process not as a reward or a punishment.
And if we fail instead of losing faith in life's fairness we strengthen our ability to face the challenge the next time round.
Everything we are seeking for as Stoics we understand will come when we build enough value,
We prove enough ability and develop enough strength to keep that thing.
Every day to redefine our self worth we must choose action.
We have the choice to close the gap between where we are and where we want to be.
Every day to build our sense of self worth we understand is an opportunity to add another brick to the foundation.
Regardless of whether anyone has acknowledged that or not.
Small actions repeated consistently produce results far greater and short bursts followed by stopping.
When there are delays in results we understand there is always going to be a gap between planting and harvesting.
During these times we must tend the soil without needing to see growth immediately.
We do not need to compare ourselves to others.
We do not need to prove we are more deserving than someone else.
For our progress is our only focus.
The only thing we can truly control is our own pace and the amount of effort we put into our actions.
We operate on discipline and routine.
And we use this discipline to become the fuel that keeps us going.
Therein lies our worth.
This daily practice.
This continual growth.
Not moving towards the reward so much as building every day and creating a sense of self worth from that action.
This is the foundation of inner freedom.
And we understand there will be hiccups along the way.
But cultivating a sense of self worth means we can control how we absorb those hiccups.
And how we choose to turn them into lessons that we become stronger by taking.
The first step to cultivating our self worth is becoming aware.
Recognizing when we are being pulled away by emotions or outside influences.
When we are aware we can call upon our discipline to help us avoid reacting hastily.
Then when we feel we have some measure of control we ensure that every action we take aligns with our chosen goals and values.
If we allow external forces to dictate our sense of self worth we are giving away something of ourself.
We are voluntarily attacking our inner peace.
And as Stoics we remember that mastering our mind is not a single event but a process.
Every day we work at the reinforcement of our inner citadel.
We lay brick by brick and we regularly inspect for weak points.
Then when we notice we have slackened off or we have let instinct or emotion take control of our actions we pull ourselves back and reinforce another layer of our wall.
We are aiming to protect our inner world by the reinforcement of our citadel.
We are aiming to protect our inner peace.
When we have a clear sense of self worth we are calm in decision making.
We do not let outside noise drown out our inner voice.
We understand that no one,
No external force should have the power to dictate our mood without our permission.
When we feel ourselves being drawn into negative emotion we question this.
Not everything that does that is loud or obvious.
Some things work silently by wearing down our confidence and stealing our peace bit by bit.
This can weaken our sense of worth over a period of time.
When we compare or place ourselves in meaningless competition we are assigning value to ourselves based on that competition.
Rather than reinforcing our sense of inner self worth.
As Stoics we understand pouring energy into goals that are not ours comparing ourselves with others attempting to prove to someone else we are better than them slowly destroys our sense of self worth.
If we measure our self worth by external metrics we cannot experience inner peace.
The only race we should be running is our own race.
The only comparisons we should be making are between how far we have developed from the person we were to the person we are today.
The clearer we are about our own self worth our destination the direction we are headed the less likely we are to get pulled off track.
Because in the end the only victory that really matters is the one that we have won on our own chosen path.
Self worth is defined by the principles a person chooses to live by and their ability to remain steadfast to those principles regardless of what's happening around them.
As Stoics we understand a compliment today can quite easily turn into criticism tomorrow simply because other people change their perspective or change their investment in us.
If we let our self worth rise and fall with every emotional change we become a drifting boat that loses direction every time their breeze shifts direction.
The external forces that are other people's opinions and beliefs about us are something we cannot change.
It is tempting to be drawn into the habit of measuring ourselves through social feedback.
Seeking validation in order to feel good and then adjusting our actions to please others.
Even if this conflicts with what we believe is right.
But as Stoics we understand it is our job to protect our principles our virtues above all else in order to maintain our inner peace.
If we are clear about which principles guide us we will keep going no matter who is applauding.
The four principles of Stoicism help us stay consistent.
When we acknowledge our principles of wisdom justice,
Courage and temperance we are acknowledging the internal standards we have set for ourselves.
And when we consider these standards we are able to make quick clear decisions.
Because we do not need to consult every opinion to know what we should do.
True principles are the things we do even when they offer no immediate benefit.
Valuing other people's reactions may make us happy in the short term.
But not if we allow them to be our sole measure of worth.
Just because we are applauded it doesn't mean we are right.
Just because we are criticized it doesn't mean we are wrong.
To understand our true worth we must ask ourselves whether we acted in accordance with the principles that we chose.
If we are used to measuring our worth through other people's reactions we are seeking immediate praise.
But measuring our worth by our principles means we are seeking lasting stability and avoiding the chaos that is caused by placing too much emphasis on external forces.
When faced with a dilemma it is important to listen,
Analyze and then make our decision of which action to take based on our principles not on the pressure to please the crowd.
It is easy to confuse perceived worth with real worth.
Perceived worth is what others think of us.
This can change quickly depending on their perspective on their mood and the information they have available to them.
As Stoics we understand our real worth is our courage and character formed from consistent choices and staying true to our principles regardless of the situation.
A strong bridge is not judged by how highly people speak of it but by its ability to withstand the traffic that runs over it year after year after year.
When we consider our worth we must question whether we want to be remembered because somebody once complimented us for something or in fact because we lived our life without betraying what we believed in.
When we are guided by those principles we set for ourselves our own inner value system we are led by a compass that will never betray us.
It is easier for us to avoid the noise and stay true to our path when we have strong principles.
At times it is easy to betray our principle system.
We may have worked hard at something and expect to be recognized.
We may go through hardship and believe that someone else must help us.
We may believe the world owes us happiness and if we don't get these things we feel betrayed.
But the truth is life never signed a contract with us for anything.
The world in fact operates on a much harsher principle.
Either we create enough value to earn the result or we keep working until we do.
Understanding our worth means we cultivate the ability to create what we want.
We shift from the position of victim to that of creator.
We understand we will receive all results as a natural part of the process not as a reward or a punishment.
And if we fail instead of losing faith in life's fairness we strengthen our ability to face the challenge the next time round.
Everything we are seeking for as Stoics we understand will come when we build enough value,
We prove enough ability and develop enough strength to keep that thing.
Every day to redefine our self worth we must choose action.
We have the choice to close the gap between where we are and where we want to be.
Every day to build our sense of self worth.
We understand it's an opportunity to add another brick to the foundation regardless of whether anyone has acknowledged that or not.
Small actions repeated consistently produce results far greater and short bursts followed by stopping.
When there are delays in results we understand there is always going to be a gap between planting and harvesting.
During these times we must tend the soil without needing to see growth immediately.
We do not need to compare ourselves to others.
We do not need to prove we are more deserving than someone else.
For our progress is our only focus.
The only thing we can truly control is our own pace and the amount of effort we put into our actions.
We operate on discipline and routine.
And we use this discipline to become the fuel that keeps us going.
Therein lies our worth.
This daily practice.
This continual growth.
Not moving towards the reward so much as building every day and creating a sense of self worth from that action.
This is the foundation of inner freedom.
And we understand there will be hiccups along the way.
But cultivating a sense of self worth means we can control how we absorb those hiccups.
And how we choose to turn them into lessons that we become stronger by taking.
The first step to cultivating our self worth is becoming aware.
Recognizing when we are being pulled away by emotions or outside influences.
When we are aware we can call upon our discipline to help us avoid reacting hastily.
Then when we feel we have some measure of control.
We ensure that every action we take aligns with our chosen goals and values.
If we allow external forces to dictate our sense of self worth we are giving away something of ourselves.
We are voluntarily attacking our inner peace.
And as Stoics we remember that mastering our mind is not a single event but a process.
Every day we work at the reinforcement of our inner citadel.
We lay brick by brick and we regularly inspect for weak points.
Then when we notice we have slackened off or we have let instinct or emotion take control of our actions.
We pull ourselves back and reinforce another layer of our wall.
We are aiming to protect our inner world by the reinforcement of our citadel.
We are aiming to protect our inner peace.
When we have a clear sense of self worth we are calm in decision making.
We do not let outside noise drown out our inner voice.
We understand that no one,
No external force should have the power to dictate our mood without our permission.
When we feel ourselves being drawn into negative emotion we question this.
Not everything that does that is loud or obvious.
Some things work silently by wearing down our confidence and stealing our peace bit by bit.
This can weaken our sense of worth over a period of time.
When we compare or place ourselves in meaningless competition we are assigning value to ourselves based on that competition.
Rather than reinforcing our sense of inner self worth.
As Stoics we understand pouring energy into goals which are not ours comparing ourselves with others attempting to prove to someone else we are better than them slowly destroys our sense of self worth.
If we measure our self worth by external metrics we cannot experience inner peace.
The only race we should be running is our own race.
The only comparisons we should be making are between how far we have developed from the person we were to the person we are today.
The clearer we are about our own self worth our destination the direction we are headed the less likely we are to get pulled off track.
Because in the end the only victory that really matters is the one that we have won on our own chosen path.
As Stoics we understand a compliment today can quite easily turn into criticism tomorrow.
Simply because other people change their perspective or change their investment in us.
If we let our self worth rise and fall with every emotional change we become a drifting boat that loses direction every time their breeze shifts direction.
The external forces that are other people's opinions and beliefs about us are something we cannot change.
It is tempting to be drawn into the habit of measuring ourselves through social feedback seeking validation in order to feel good and then adjusting our actions to please others.
Even if this conflicts with what we believe is right.
But as Stoics we understand it is our job to protect our principles our virtues above all else in order to maintain our inner peace.
If we are clear about which principles guide us we will keep going no matter who is applauding.
The four principles of Stoicism help us stay consistent.
When we acknowledge our principles of wisdom justice,
Courage and temperance we are acknowledging the internal standards we have set for ourselves.
And when we consider these standards we are able to make quick clear decisions because we do not need to consult every opinion to know what we should do.
True principles are the things we do even when they offer no immediate benefit.
Valuing other people's reactions may make us happy in the short term but not if we allow them to be our sole measure of worth.
Just because we are applauded it doesn't mean we are right.
Just because we are criticized it doesn't mean we are wrong.
To understand our true worth we must ask ourselves whether we acted in accordance with the principles that we chose.
If we are used to measuring our worth through other people's reactions we are seeking immediate praise.
But measuring our worth by our principles means we are seeking lasting stability and avoiding the chaos that is caused by placing too much emphasis on external forces.
When faced with a dilemma it is important to listen,
Analyze and then make our decision of which action to take based on our principles,
Not on the pressure to please the crowd.
It is easy to confuse perceived worth with real worth.
Perceived worth is what others think of us.
This can change quickly depending on their perspective,
On their mood and the information they have available to them.
As Stoics we understand our real worth is our courage and character.
Formed from consistent choices and staying true to our principles regardless of the situation.
A strong bridge is not judged by how highly people speak of it but by its ability to withstand the traffic that runs over it year after year after year.
When we consider our worth we must question whether we want to be remembered because somebody once complimented us for something or in fact because we lived our life without betraying what we believed in.
When we are guided by those principles we set for ourselves,
Our own inner value system we are led by a compass that will never betray us.
It is easier for us to avoid the noise and stay true to our path when we have strong principles.
At times it is easy to betray our principle system.
We may have worked hard at something and expect to be recognized.
We may go through hardship and believe that someone else must help us.
We may believe the world owes us happiness and if we don't get these things we feel betrayed.
But the truth is life never signed a contract with us for anything.
The world in fact operates on a much harsher principle.
Either we create enough value to earn the result or we keep working until we do.
Understanding our worth means we cultivate the ability to create what we want.
We shift from the position of victim to that of creator.
We understand we will receive all results as a natural part of the process not as a reward or a punishment.
And if we fail,
Instead of losing faith in life's fairness we strengthen our ability to face the challenge the next time round.
Everything we are seeking for,
As stoics we understand,
Will come when we build enough value.
We prove enough ability and develop enough strength to keep that thing.
Every day to redefine our self worth we must choose action.
We have the choice to close the gap between where we are and where we want to be.
Every day to build our sense of self worth we understand is an opportunity to add another brick to the foundation.
Regardless of whether anyone has acknowledged that or not.
Small actions repeated consistently produce results far greater and short bursts followed by stopping.
When there are delays in results we understand there is always going to be a gap between planting and harvesting.
During these times we must tend the soil without needing to see growth immediately.
We do not need to compare ourselves to others.
We do not need to prove we are more deserving than someone else.
For our progress is our only focus.
The only thing we can truly control is our own pace and the amount of effort we put into our actions.
We operate on discipline and routine.
And we use this discipline to become the fuel that keeps us going.
Therein lies our worth.
This daily practice.
This continual growth.
Not moving towards the reward so much as building every day and creating a sense of self-worth from that action.
This is the foundation of inner freedom.
And we understand there will be hiccups along the way.
But cultivating a sense of self-worth means we can control how we absorb those hiccups.
And how we choose to turn them into lessons that we become stronger by taking.
The first step to cultivating our self-worth is becoming aware.
Recognizing when we are being pulled away by emotions or outside influences.
When we are aware we can call upon our discipline to help us avoid reacting hastily.
Then when we feel we have some measure of control we ensure that every action we take aligns with our chosen goals and values.
If we allow external forces to dictate our sense of self-worth we are giving away something of ourself.
We are voluntarily attacking our inner peace.
And as Stoics we remember that mastering our mind is not a single event but a process.
Every day we work at the reinforcement of our inner citadel.
We lay brick by brick and we regularly inspect for weak points.
Then when we notice we have slackened off or we have let instinct or emotion take control of our actions we pull ourself back and reinforce another layer of our wall.
We are aiming to protect our inner world by the reinforcement of our citadel.
We are aiming to protect our inner peace.
When we have a clear sense of self-worth we are calm in decision making.
We do not let outside noise drown out our inner voice.
We understand that no one,
No external force should have the power to dictate our mood without our permission.
When we feel ourselves being drawn into negative emotion we question this.
Not everything that does that is loud or obvious.
Some things work silently by wearing down our confidence and stealing our peace bit by bit.
This can weaken our sense of worth over a period of time.
When we compare or place ourself in meaningless competition we are assigning value to ourselves based on that competition rather than reinforcing our sense of inner self-worth.
As Stoics we understand pouring energy into goals which are not ours comparing ourselves with others attempting to prove to someone else we are better than them slowly destroys our sense of self-worth.
If we measure our self-worth by external metrics we cannot experience inner peace.
The only race we should be running is our own race.
The only comparisons we should be making are between how far we have developed from the person we were to the person we are today.
The clearer we are about our own self-worth our destination the direction we are headed the less likely we are to get pulled off track.
Because in the end the only victory that really matters is the one that we have won on our own chosen path.
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Anastasia
January 27, 2026
The perfect thing for a night after having too much caffeine in the day. It would’ve been more brutal were it not for this soothing track with all these positive reminders of how to live a virtuous life through stoicism. Stephanie‘s voice is so incredibly soothing.