Hope
Holding a better future in view amidst uncertainty and disruption. The power that sustains through difficulty.
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Meditations - On Endurance & Hope
Marcus Aurelius
Marcus Aurelius practices maintaining Hope and perspective even while bearing enormous responsibility as Emperor during difficult times.
View & Read →Walden - On Living Simply & Finding Joy
Henry David Thoreau
Thoreau's experimental life demonstrates Hope - that a simpler, more intentional life can bring more joy and meaning than conventional success.
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Meditations - On Endurance & Hope
Marcus Aurelius
Marcus Aurelius practices maintaining Hope and perspective even while bearing enormous responsibility as Emperor during difficult times.
Why it matters: Marcus shows Hope is a disciplined practice - choosing to see meaning and possibility even in difficulty.
Walden - On Living Simply & Finding Joy
Henry David Thoreau
Thoreau's experimental life demonstrates Hope - that a simpler, more intentional life can bring more joy and meaning than conventional success.
Why it matters: Shows that Hope is possible outside of conventional success - pointing to different visions of a good life.