Your Endless Well
“Look well into yourself. There is a source of strength which will always spring up, if you will always look there.”
—Marcus Aurelius
Meditations
In times of challenge and uncertainty, it's easy to look outward for support and guidance.
Instead, why not try turning inward? Marcus suggests that within each of us lies a well of strength, waiting to be tapped.
Think about a recent situation where you felt overwhelmed. Did you seek solutions and solace from others or external situations? Maybe the answer and the strength to overcome the problem was inside you all along. Like a hidden spring, your inner resilience needs only your attention to bubble up.
To access this source of strength, practice self-reflection. Start by asking yourself: what are the values and virtues that you hold dear, and how can these guide you in times of difficulty?
Reflect on past challenges you've faced—how did you manage to pull through? Likely, the fortitude required was there, quietly residing within.
So next time life throws you a curveball, pause. Look within yourself. Find comfort in knowing that the strength you need is there, ready to sustain you again.
Remember, turning to your inner source is not a one-time event but a lifelong habit that can transform the way you face life's ups and downs.