It should be the easiest book in the world to read.
It's only a couple hundred pages and made up of short passages, making it easy to read in small increments. It's written in a straightforward and accessible style without any complex philosophical jargon. And unlike most books, there's no pretense, no performance, no intent to impress an audience.
It's filled with topics that are universal and relevant—dealing with tough times, being nice to people, and waking up and getting to work even when you'd rather stay under the warm blankets.
And yet…
So many people struggle with and get frustrated by Marcus Aurelius' Meditations…and they have ever since it was first discovered after the emperor's death nearly twenty centuries ago. Just as we can imagine the first reader of Meditations trying to make sense of the private thoughts of this great man, people today have questions about where to start and what to take from it.
Which translation should I get? Should it be read cover-to-cover or is it better to approach it in bite-sized pieces? Do you read it once or multiple times? Did Marcus mean to come off so dark and dour? Why was Marcus writing? Is it important to know about Marcus' circumstances and who he was writing for? Do you need to understand Stoicism to fully appreciate Meditations? What will I even get out of it?
And that's exactly why we created How To Read Meditations: A Daily Stoic Digital Guide, built for anyone who wants to not only read and deeply reflect on Marcus's words, but to actually live them. In 11 modules, you'll go deeper into the text and gain tools you can apply to your life right away. It's the companion we wish we'd had when we first started—part masterclass, part daily practice—designed to turn timeless wisdom into real change.
Now, for Meditations Month, we're inviting you to work through it with us, alongside thousands of others around the world who are committed to living their lives with more intention and purpose.
The best way to get started? Purchase the leatherbound edition of Meditations and you'll receive the How To Read Meditations: A Daily Stoic Digital Guide free, including all 11 modules, access to the private platform, and an invitation to a LIVE Q&A with Ryan Holiday.
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