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Nothing Is Forever

July 6th

“All things fade and quickly turn to myth.”

—Marcus Aurelius

Meditations

The world around you is constantly changing, flowing like a river that never passes the same point twice.

Marcus reminds us that everything you know—every person you meet, every experience you have, and every object you hold dear—will eventually fade into memory. Like stories from ancient times that have turned into myths, so too will the details of your life.

This isn't a cause for sadness, but a prompt to live fully. Do you cherish each moment, knowing its impermanence? Or do you take for granted the transient nature of life, forgetting that one day, your now will be just a story told?

Understanding the temporary nature of life gives you a reason to act with purpose and kindness today. Because the moments are fleeting, engaging with the world and people around you earnestly becomes paramount.

Consider how your actions and words might be remembered—what "myth" do you want to be a part of? Let this thought guide you to make the most of your interactions and decisions.

Are you focusing on what truly matters, or are you caught up in trivialities that will soon fade?

Hold this question close as you navigate your daily life, and allow it to steer you toward actions that echo positively into the vastness of time.

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