This is about recognizing the private space within you where your truest thoughts and feelings reside.

We often lose touch with that quiet place inside of us. Take a moment—it could be early in the morning, or just before bed—to listen to your own voice. What is it telling you? Reflecting on your personal values and actions can be your compass, guiding you towards self-improvement and inner peace.

But personal growth isn't a solo journey; it happens in the company we keep. Seneca is prompting you to surround yourself with people who inspire you to be the best version of yourself.

Ask yourself, who are the mentors, friends, or colleagues that challenge you to grow? Likewise, be someone who encourages others to flourish.

Think of a recent interaction—did you lift someone up, or did they lift you? This reciprocity in relationships is not just generous, it's wise. By teaching, we reinforce our own learning, and by being open to learning, we become better teachers.

So seek out and nurture these two-way relationships that keep the cycle of growth spinning.