I've not read many philosophy books in my life, but this is one that I'm glad I took the chance on. I was told it was life-changing and I was not disaI've not read many philosophy books in my life, but this is one that I'm glad I took the chance on. I was told it was life-changing and I was not disappointed. In many ways, I feel like this Roman emperor of ancient times has changed the way I think, which is mind boggling when you think of it. So much about the world has changed since Marcus Aurelius lived, but our minds are still the same in many ways. I'm so grateful for this book and the wisdom within it....more