The Holdovers (2023) by Alexander Payne
Book title: Meditations (Τὰ εἰς ἑαυτόν in Ancient Greek; 180 A.D.) by Marcus Aurelius
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How to act: Never under compulsion, out of selfishness, without forethought, with misgivings. Don't gussy up your thoughts. No surplus words or unnecessary actions... Cheerfulness. Without requiring other people's help. Or serenity supplied by others. To stand up straight — not straightened.
Marcus Aurelius, Meditations (3.5)
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Just so you know it's nothing new-
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“Marcus Aurelius has already released you from the obligation to have a take”
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“Because a thing is difficult for you, do not therefore suppose it to be beyond mortal power. On the contrary, if anything is possible and proper for man to do, assume that it must fall within your own capacity.”
— Marcus Aurelius, “Meditations”
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Meditations, Marcus Aurelius
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“Whenever you are about to find fault with someone, ask yourself the following question: What fault of mine most nearly resembles the one I am about to criticize?”
― Marcus Aurelius, Meditations
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Dwell on the beauty of life. Watch the stars, and see yourself running with them.
Marcus Aurelius, Meditations
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PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION
“Contemplative Photography: Meditations in the Woods”
I am having a photography exhibition at the Levi Heywood Memorial Library, 55 West Lynde St., Gardner, MA. The exhibition will run from March 1st until March 29, 2024.
Artist's Statement:
Instructions for living a life:
Pay attention
Be astonished
Tell about it
Mary Oliver “Sometimes”
Mary Oliver’s instructions above have become the guiding principles for my photography. Photography has gained importance in my life since it has become a spiritual practice. I try to spend time in nature on a regular basis. It is a time for meditation and a time to clear my thoughts. With a quiet mind I wait to see what calls to me, what “shimmers”. Then I try to capture the subject in a personal, intimate, and emotional way. I am not interested in simply documenting the world, but trying to reveal something essential about myself and the world around me.
If I have been successful, some of these images will touch you, make you feel something of the beauty, astonishment, and wonder I felt during the time I spent creating them.
Each image is accompanied by a Haiku poem, written to express in a few simple words the connection and feelings that I experienced at the time I made the photograph.
I hope you enjoy the time you spend with these images and their invitation to journey inward, enjoy some serenity, and see the world with fresh eyes.
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Have I done something for the common good? Then I share in the benefits. Stay centered on that. Don't give up.
Marcus Aurelius, Meditations (11.4)
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obsessed with marcus aurelius just writing "The best revenge is to not be like that." if you're thinking of digging two Graves just stop. you're being cringe
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Do you think you are on the right path to improve yourself?
Often I feel disappointed with myself. I think I set my goals too high and when I fail I’m hard with myself.
I’m always looking further, but sometimes it’s nice to look back and appreciate how far I have come.
I’m not where I want to be, but I’m also not where I was before.
I think part of accepting who you are, is trying to be a better version of yourself.
We are normally guided by emotion and we forget that we are still in control.
It’s in our power to pursue our ideals, but to archive them we have to face daily battles.
Sometimes we are tired of fighting and feel like giving up, but our biggest strengthen is being able to keep trying.
Don’t be to hard on yourself.
Cherish the little wins.
You got this!
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