The Guided Meditations of Marcus Aurelius
The Guided Meditations of Marcus Aurelius is a podcast that presents guided meditation sessions inspired by Stoic philosophy. Each episode is designed to help listeners absorb Stoic principles into their subconscious mind. It explores key Stoic ideas to journal on and practice while guiding a soothing relaxation session. The show combines reflection and calm meditation to support personal growth.
Episodes
Episode 28 - Minimizing Desires Nighttime Episode
Send us Fan MailThis is a nighttime episode, designed to be listened to right before you go to sleep.In this episode, you’ll be gently guided through the Stoic principle of minimizing desires; the practice of discovering greater freedom by appreciating what you already have. Inspired by the wisdom of Seneca and the Stoic tradition, this meditation invites you to shift your attention away from endl
Episode 27 - Minimizing Desires Daytime Episode
Send us Fan MailThis is a daytime episode, designed to be listened to in the middle of the day.In this episode, you’ll be gently guided through the Stoic principle of minimizing desires; the practice of discovering greater freedom by appreciating what you already have. Inspired by the wisdom of Seneca and the Stoic tradition, this meditation invites you to shift your attention away from endless wa
Episode 26 - Minimizing Desires Journal Episode
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, you’ll be invited to journal on the Stoic principle of minimizing desires; the practice of finding contentment by valuing what you already have rather than constantly pursuing more. Inspired by the teachings of Seneca and the Stoic tradition, this episode explores how reducing unnecessary desires can lead to greater gratitude, freedom, and peace of mind.Through tho
Episode 25 - Discipline Nighttime Episode
Send us Fan MailThis is a nighttime episode, designed to be listened to right before you go to sleep.In this episode, you’ll be gently guided through the Stoic principle of discipline; the quiet strength that turns intentions into action and small choices into lasting character. Inspired by the wisdom of Marcus Aurelius and the Stoic tradition, this meditation invites you to focus on the next righ
Episode 24 - Discipline Daytime Episode
Send us Fan MailThis is a daytime episode, designed to be listened to in the middle of the day.In this episode, you’ll be gently guided through the Stoic principle of discipline; the quiet strength that turns intentions into action and small choices into lasting character. Inspired by the wisdom of Marcus Aurelius and the Stoic tradition, this meditation invites you to focus on the next right acti
Episode 23 - Discipline Journal Episode
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, you’ll be invited to journal on the Stoic principle of discipline; the ability to act according to your values rather than your momentary impulses. Inspired by the teachings of Marcus Aurelius and Epictetus, this episode explores how consistent daily actions shape both your character and your life.Through thoughtful journaling prompts, you’ll reflect on the habits
Episode 22 - Humility Nighttime Episode
Send us Fan MailThis is a nighttime episode, designed to be listened to right before you go to sleep.In this episode, you’ll be gently guided through the Stoic principle of humility; the quiet strength of remaining open, curious, and willing to learn. Inspired by the wisdom of Marcus Aurelius and the Stoic tradition, this meditation invites you to set aside ego and approach life with greater persp
Episode 21 - Humility Daytime Episode
Send us Fan MailThis is a daytime episode, designed to be listened to in the middle of the day.In this episode, you’ll be gently guided through the Stoic principle of humility; the quiet strength of remaining open, curious, and willing to learn. Inspired by the wisdom of Marcus Aurelius and the Stoic tradition, this meditation invites you to set aside ego and approach life with greater perspective
Episode 20 - Humility Journal Episode
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, you’ll be invited to journal on the Stoic principle of humility — the practice of seeing yourself clearly, remaining teachable, and placing truth above ego. Inspired by the teachings of Marcus Aurelius and Epictetus, this episode explores how humility creates space for growth, wisdom, and self-improvement.Through thoughtful journaling prompts, you’ll reflect on mom
Episode 19 - Virtue Nighttime Episode
Send us Fan MailThis is a nighttime episode, designed to be listened to right before you go to sleep.In this episode, you’ll be gently guided through the Stoic principle of virtue — the practice of choosing wisdom, courage, discipline, honesty, and self-control in the moments that shape your life. Inspired by the teachings of Marcus Aurelius and the Stoic tradition, this meditation invites you to
Episode 18 - Virtue Daytime Episode
Send us Fan MailThis is a daytime episode, designed to be listened to in the middle of the day.In this episode, you’ll be gently guided through the Stoic principle of virtue — the practice of choosing wisdom, courage, discipline, honesty, and self-control in the moments that shape your life. Inspired by the teachings of Marcus Aurelius and the Stoic tradition, this meditation invites you to shift
Episode 17 - Virtue Journal Episode
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, you’ll be invited to journal on the Stoic principle of virtue and what it means to act with wisdom, courage, justice, and self-control in everyday life. Inspired by the teachings of Marcus Aurelius, Epictetus, and Seneca, this episode explores how character is shaped through the small choices we make each day.Through thoughtful journaling prompts, you’ll reflect on
Episode 16 - Death Nighttime Episode
Send us Fan MailThis is a nighttime episode, designed to be listened to right before you go to sleep.In this episode, you’ll be gently guided through the Stoic principle of memento mori — the remembrance of death. Inspired by the wisdom of Marcus Aurelius and Seneca, this meditation invites you to reflect on the impermanence of life with calmness, awareness, and acceptance.Through mindful breathin
Episode 15 - Death Daytime Episode
Send us Fan MailThis is a daytime episode, designed to be listened to in the middle of the day.In this episode, you’ll be gently guided through the Stoic principle of memento mori — the remembrance of death. Inspired by the wisdom of Marcus Aurelius and Seneca, this meditation invites you to reflect on the impermanence of life with calmness, awareness, and acceptance.Through mindful breathing and
Episode 14 - Death Journal Episode
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, you’ll be guided through the Stoic practice of memento mori — the reflection on death as a way to live more fully and intentionally. Inspired by the teachings of Marcus Aurelius and Seneca, this episode invites you to journal honestly about the impermanence of life and the meaning of your time here.
Episode 13 - Fate Nighttime Episode
Send us Fan MailThis is a nighttime episode, designed to be listened to right before you go to sleep.In this episode, you’ll be gently guided through the Stoic principle of amor fati — the love of fate. Inspired by the wisdom of Marcus Aurelius and the Stoic tradition, this meditation invites you to stop resisting life’s challenges and begin embracing them as part of your path.Through calm reflect
Episode 12 - Fate Daytime Episode
Send us Fan MailThis is a daytime episode, designed to be listened to in the middle of the day.In this episode, you’ll be gently guided through the Stoic principle of amor fati — the love of fate. Inspired by the wisdom of Marcus Aurelius and the Stoic tradition, this meditation invites you to stop resisting life’s challenges and begin embracing them as part of your path.Through calm reflection an
Episode 11 - Fate Journal Episode
Send us Fan MailThis episode explores how to align with the world as it happens and move forward in the best way possible. By journaling on how fate affects your life, gain deeper insight into your personal patterns and think about ways you can make improvements. This episode pairs with Episode 12 and Episode 13, which are the guided meditation episodes on this topic.
Episode 10 - Acceptance Nighttime Episode
Send us Fan MailThis is a nighttime episode, designed to be listened to right before you go to sleep.In this episode, you’ll be gently guided through the Stoic practice of accepting life as it is and releasing the habit of complaint. Inspired by the teachings of Marcus Aurelius and Epictetus, this meditation invites you to meet each moment with calm awareness rather than resistance.Through mindful
Episode 9 - Acceptance Daytime Episode
Send us Fan MailThis is a daytime episode, designed to be listened to in the middle of the day.In this episode, you’ll be gently guided through the Stoic practice of accepting life as it is and releasing the habit of complaint. Inspired by the teachings of Marcus Aurelius and Epictetus, this meditation invites you to meet each moment with calm awareness rather than resistance.Through mindful refle
Episode 8 - Acceptance Journal Episode
Send us Fan MailThis episode explores how you deal with acceptance and complaining. By journaling on how acceptance and complaining affect your life, gain deeper insight into your personal patterns and think about ways you can make improvements. This episode pairs with Episode 9 and Episode 10, which are the guided meditation episodes on this topic.
Episode 7 - Control Nighttime Episode
Send us Fan MailThis is a nighttime episode, designed to be listened to right before you go to sleep.In this episode, you’ll be gently guided through one of the central teachings of Stoic philosophy; understanding what is truly within your control. Inspired by the wisdom of Epictetus, this meditation invites you to release attachment to external events and return your attention inward.Through calm
Episode 6 - Control Daytime Episode
Send us Fan MailThis is a daytime episode, designed to be listened to in the middle of the day.In this episode, you’ll be gently guided through one of the central teachings of Stoic philosophy; understanding what is truly within your control. Inspired by the wisdom of Epictetus, this meditation invites you to release attachment to external events and return your attention inward.Through calm refle
Episode 5 - Control Journal Episode
Send us Fan MailThis episode is meant to dig into how your currently deal with control in different situations. Journal about how things that you normally hang on to, but should perhaps let go. This episode pairs with Episode 6 and Episode 7 which are the guided meditations on this subject.
Episode 4 - Journaling Nighttime Episode
Send us Fan MailThis is a nighttime episode, designed to be listened to right before you go to sleep. In this episode, you’ll be gently guided into the practice of reflective journaling; a daily ritual embraced by thinkers like Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and Epictetus. Whether you are new to Stoicism or deepening an existing practice, this meditation offers a peaceful path inward; where journaling b
Episode 3 - Journaling Daytime Episode
Send us Fan MailThis is a daytime episode, designed to be listened to in the middle of the day. In this episode, you’ll be gently guided into the practice of reflective journaling; a daily ritual embraced by thinkers like Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and Epictetus. Whether you are new to Stoicism or deepening an existing practice, this meditation offers a peaceful path inward; where journaling becomes
Episode 2 - Journaling Journal Episode
Send us Fan MailStart the practice of daily journaling by journaling about journaling! Contemplate what a journaling routine looks like to you by journaling on all the detail of what your practice will look like. This episode pairs with Episode 3 or Episode 4 which are the guided meditations about journaling.
Episode 1 - How This Podcast Works
Send us Fan MailThis episode gives a description of how the entire podcast works. Make sure to start here before listening to an episode of your choosing.This is not your average podcast, so you need to learn how to utilize it best and how to do it safely.
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