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Lekhny composition -16-Sep-2023STOICISM

STOICISM

Once upon a time in ancient Rome, there lived a man named Marcus. Marcus was a well-respected senator known for his wisdom and integrity. He was also a devoted practitioner of Stoicism, a philosophy that emphasized virtue, wisdom, and self-control as the path to a meaningful and content life. One sweltering summer day, as Marcus was walking through the bustling streets of Rome, he overheard a heated argument between two merchants. They were arguing about a shipment of goods that had been lost at sea due to a violent storm. One of the merchants, named Lucius, was furious and distraught, blaming the gods for his misfortune. The other merchant, Titus, was trying to calm Lucius down and find a solution to their problem. Marcus approached them and inquired about the situation. Titus explained how their livelihoods were at stake, and Lucius was inconsolable, believing that the gods were against him. Marcus listened attentively, then calmly asked, "Do you believe the gods control all things in life, Lucius?"
Lucius replied, "Of course! They decide our fates, and they have clearly cursed me."
Marcus nodded thoughtfully but then turned to Titus and asked, "And what do you think, Titus?"
Titus hesitated for a moment before responding, "I believe that while we cannot control the will of the gods, we can control our own actions and responses to life's challenges." Marcus smiled and said, "You're both right in your own way. It's true that we cannot control external events, like storms at sea, but we can control our reactions to them. Stoicism teaches us that our inner virtue and wisdom are the keys to a good life." Lucius, still frustrated, asked, "But how does that help us now? Our goods are lost, and our businesses are in ruins."
Marcus replied, "Stoicism teaches us to focus on what is within our control. We cannot change the past, but we can choose how we respond in the present. Instead of blaming the gods or dwelling on the loss, we can work together to find a solution. Perhaps we can pool our resources and start anew. This challenge is an opportunity for us to demonstrate our resilience and adaptability." Titus was inspired by Marcus's words and agreed to collaborate with Lucius to rebuild their businesses. They started fresh, and through hard work and cooperation. Marcus's Stoic principles had not only guided him but had also influenced those around him to face adversity with courage and wisdom. His story became a legendary example of the power of Stoicism to transform challenges into opportunities and to find contentment and virtue in even the most trying circumstances.

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kashish

29-Sep-2023 08:35 AM

nice

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Renu

17-Sep-2023 10:03 AM

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Niraj Pandey

17-Sep-2023 11:47 AM

nice one

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