Marcus Aurelius Quotes

Nowhere can man find a quieter or more untroubled retreat than in his own soul.

It is kind of lovely to be sitting alone, just thinking, very quiet, no one around. I don't feel alone or left out.

Like water which can clearly mirror the sky and the trees only so long as its surface is undisturbed, the mind can only reflect the true image of the Self when it is tranquil and wholly relaxed.

Be still and cool in thine own mind and spirit.

Peace can reign only where there is no disturbance, and disturbance is due to thoughts that arise in the mind.

When, by meditation, we withdraw restless thoughts from the lake of the mind, we behold our soul, a perfect reflection of Spirit.

Tranquility is nothing else than the good ordering of the mind.

In the madness, you have to find calm.

Ultimately, we have just one moral duty: to reclaim large areas of peace in ourselves, more and more peace, and to reflect it towards others. And the more peace there is in us, the more peace there will be in our troubled world.

One can not reflect in streaming water. Only those who know internal peace can give it to others.

It was only from an inner calm that man was able to discover and shape calm surroundings.

I do not want the peace which passeth understanding, I want the understanding which bringeth peace.

First keep peace with yourself, then you can also bring peace to others.

You'll never find peace of mind until you listen to your heart.

The more tranquil a man becomes, the greater is his success, his influence, his power for good. Calmness of mind is one of the beautiful jewels of wisdom.

I'm at a point in my life where I have something solid now. I'm a peaceful person, and I want to be surrounded by peace no matter what I'm doing.

Never be in a hurry; do everything quietly and in a calm spirit. Do not lose your inner peace for anything whatsoever, even if your whole world seems upset.

If you cannot find peace within yourself, you will never find it anywhere else.

When you find peace within yourself, you become the kind of person who can live at peace with others.

Sometimes you can find peace of mind by transferring yourself to different situations. They're just reminders to stay... calm.

A quiet mind cureth all.

What some people interpret as brooding melancholy is serenity. I don't feel required to grasp all the time.

Peace comes from within. Do not seek it without.

In whosever presence you find peace of mind, devoid of fear, only that person can be your guru.

As I grow older, I hope I can fully embody my grandmother's remarkable peace.