Meditations by Marcus Aurelius - Reading & Discussing Excerpts | ASMR

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"Stealing from a few is plagarism Stealing from many is research" - Most definitely me and definitely not somebody more intelligent surely for certain

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No, not nobody. People. Many. People. You merely did your research, no?

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Sometimes I come for tingles but other times I come to just be educated.

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Mr. Tattoo ASMR Why not both?? *spanish music*

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Always with a grain of salt 😉

[@compadre5880]

Can you do like a monthly philosophy discussion? This is quite relaxing and helps me better think about life. Thanks Rift for the great content.

[@maurauder538]

You’re not alone ER, more people are focused on the human condition and general existence over higher existence nowadays than ever before. There’s a very clear difference between atheists and people who are following life and just happen to not believe in god, the main difference in my perspective is that people like yourself don’t not believe in god, they’re open to it being a possibility but are focused on life instead of religion. It’s important for people like that to develop and maintain their own philosophy, as a good philosophy is the basis of a good person. Keep up the casual research, and an open mindset.

[@corporalclegg5057]

maurauder538 I agree, I believe the only thing people believe in nowadays isn't God, but nihilism and existentialism

[@timewellspent8137]

An astute observation. I've found that to be true as well.

[@uhtredofbebbanburg5748]

@Francisco Pizarro González nihilism is not about living thinking that your life is insignificant and meaningless, is about accepting that your life is insignificant and meaningless

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i agree but u didn't need to write all this.

[@toddcasil6944]

@throw communists out of helicopters "The fact that no matter what you do, no matter what you accomplish, you who meet, who you love, or how content you feel- in the end you die. Your body is lifeless and rotting in the very ground you came from where you essentially end up right back at square one: the unavoidable void of nothingness from which you came from. There is no "meaning" to life. You simply live and you die and that's how it is. You can enrich it all you want with whatever you want, but you die and become nothing and that's how the world works." --> The Nihilist Anarchist I met this morning that actuall came in handy because I asked this.

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It's weird to think he was once bald and had a clean shaved face.

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I miss that Rift

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Please I kinda didn't love that phase at all

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Oh yeah

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@@MrTheBigM Wtf lol

[@j.m.s_3285]

I hope he goes full Gandalf.

[@KingMiiidas]

Great book, I'd recommend reading "Letters from a Stoic" by Seneca, it's much in the same vein as The Meditations

[@pathoftotality1503]

That moment when the publisher puts a bust of Antoninus Pius on a book of Marcus Aurelius writings

[@craigbainton4173]

That’s a deep, and impressive, knowledge of roman busts

[@timewellspent8137]

@@craigbainton4173 what can you expect? They know their busts.

[@sonnyandreotte5721]

Thats really cool that you know that. Thanks.

[@anthonyaurel6001]

Publishers tend to be somewhat ignorant. It annoys me....

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The universe is strange! I was looking into the book quite a bit over the past few days, it’s so weird that right after I do so, one of my favorite asmrtists releases a video about it. This is awesome!!!

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Wtf me too

[@Divine_R]

You do sound like a tired monk

[@JP-uq7hy]

synchronicity

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Just not true

[@AnEruditeWolf]

Jung coined a term for this: Synchronicity.

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Et tu, Brute?

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Reav homoncule, tu es perdita.

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*slams table* 28 STAB WOUNDS!?!?

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Dixie Normous lol Detroit BH reference

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*slow, careful stab* [softly] "ouch"

[@SoftSleepASMR]

You’re not missing much on the philosophy classes. Spent a lot of money just to find out, 42

[@craigbainton4173]

The people is, in fact, that no one really seems to understand the question

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H2G2

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23

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hitchhiker’s guide to the galaxy

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What do you mean spent money to find out

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I appreciate that you are so respectful of everyone and their beliefs

[@IVXXIV]

We have similar beliefs and philosophies. I used to consider myself an agnostic. then i turned to spiritualism. but now I think I'm just an omnist because I agree with different pieces of information from different religions and spiritual practices from all over the world. I believe at the end of the day what really matters is morality and how you treat others...and most importantly...how you treat yourself.

[@endermage77]

Sometimes I wonder what goes on in the land of all them Gods and how they might interact with eachother

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[@Bardphilosophy]

When he mentioned self discovery it made me think about the different paths in this world. Like how many paths there are too take. When I went down my path I struggled with religion. I found it hard to believe in God. Yet after about 2 years of study and just I guess thinking I decided that I believe in God that I would put my faith and my life there. But I've also realized over time that some people do what I did and decide not to believe in God and I think that's interesting. I find it fascinating that each and every one of us can go down a set path or say screw it and make a new one. To anybody that reads this I want you too know that you can make your own path, yeah that sounds cringy but it's true. Every religion, belief, idea, law, everything was made by people deciding to make their own path. You can do that too. Well have a good day everybody

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@@Supersayan21 no problemo matey!

[@jz28847]

Yes.

[@Godclash]

Being a Christian is about dying to yourself daily. Not making my own path. There is only one way to the Father and that is through Jesus Christ.

[@Bardphilosophy]

@@jz28847 look at the road to Jesus from the beggining my friend and you will see many roads and paths. Those made by men and woman who were atheists and found Jesus, those made by people who grew up Christian and always believed. There is many roads and paths to take. But this post isnt about just that its about after you reach Jesus what will you do? Will sit at the stop and do nothing or will you keep going spreading the word? Or maybe you will find love? Maybe become a soldier,d doctor, or whatever you want to be. Hope this helped you understand my post. Have a fine day matey

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Overthinking and analyzing, can't help it, I hear that. Really separates the body from the mind.

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I would love to see a Rorschach from Watchmen roleplay.

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[@willis32]

Cato the younger, diogenes and Marcus Aurelius, Stoicism is a philosophy that breeds badasses apparently

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Pronounced “Coin-ay” Greek, which means common Greek, or the language of the people.

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I had my will written up today and decided I’ll have quotes from The Meditations read at my funeral instead of prayers. Weird timing to come across this video.

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It's a excellent custom to write a last will and testament.

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I listened to this while planning out my bullet journal for this month. Thank you for doing this! I would love to hear one about why I'm not a Christian because I also was raised Catholic and no longer practice, and your perspective is very interesting and helpful!

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I've been posting on this channel about hitchhikers guide to the galaxy. It's crazy that you mentioned it.

[@jenniferg5625]

I knew it!! Some of your previous videos very much reminded me of Stoicism. I learned about it maybe a year ago now and have really enjoyed reading and putting into practice what the stoics taught. Marcus is probably my favorite because his writings are relatable.

[@NightWLKR1]

I love the work of Ryan Holiday! I recommend his writing! I’m currently reading “Right thing,Right now” by him and it focuses on the virtue of justice! Highly recommend

[@nicholasrogers4554]

Stoicism saved my life

[@camillasmith6010]

The desire to hear different ideas is why I picked this to listen to tonight...thanks!

[@michaelvitta5577]

I love how you handle yourself...Very Stoic, no emotion when unnecessary.

[@michaelvitta5577]

@@revan552 How's it going friend, I would have to disagree, having no emotion in our society is a stoic attitude. Do you want to talk about external factors outside your control?

[@michaelvitta5577]

@@revan552 LOL, you do know I was making fun of him (in a joking way) with my first comment, I was probably driving when I wrote it, that's why I said his emotion in unnecessary- so you are correct friend.

[@laurenluther7087]

I’ve fallen asleep to this video about 20 times 😂 love listening to ER chat about philosophy!

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I relate alot with the whole anger and negative emotions ruling your life thing. Like you I wasn't constantly angry or anything but I definitely had alot of my time and energy be wasted on that negativity in my life. Glad to see that now we're both seeming to be much better and happier nowadays. Keep up the good work!💖💐

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Please make a pt. 2 of this I found this extremely enlightening, beautiful, and profound. 💛🌸

[@gaelanhansel3223]

"By sunset I hope you will have agreed. Now embrace me as my son...and bring an old man another blanket." ~Marcus Aurelius

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I've travelled around the world... Studied the theories of many ideological concepts & religions... Been a Catholic... An Anglican... A Protestant... An Atheist... But the answer has always been in front of me.... *PRAISE DOUGLAS ADAMS!* *42!*

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he was one of the five good emperors who brought peace and stability to Rome

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I like how he is turning pages from end to beginning

[@Casmusic69]

This is crazy because we just got done talking about Marcus in my Roman history class. Awesome!

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He wrote these by the river of Hron, in Slovakia. It's a nice place for sure.

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Best mix ever, gotta say.

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STOIC MEDITATIONS FOR SLEEP! YES!

[@TheAmirata]

Great video and nice collection of books. Bertrand Russell was a mathematician first and foremost, but his writings are so accessible and a pleasure to read. I still haven’t read some of the other books you suggested. I have read Meditations recently and it’s one of my favorite books. I love his simplistic style. He has some great wisdom to offer. I have the Gregory Hays translation that my college professor recommended a while back and it’s a very enjoyable read. Keep exploring Rift, it’s nice to see people out there curious about our world and like to think about things and expand their way of thinking.

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you should make a video of all the books you own id be very interested :)

[@carsoncox3372]

Why is Antoninus Pius on the cover of the book instead of Marcus Aurelius?

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Yellow Hat Marcus called himself a disciple of Antoninus. Probably had a similar bust of him in his home. That’s the only reason I can think of but it’s a stretch

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I have this book and have been reading it, really good book won’t lie don’t understand some of it but I plan on reading it over and over and taking what I can from. Awesome video as always papa rift.

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Just read this book a couple weeks ago, really loved it! I didn’t expect to see a video from you on it

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Arthur?

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John Marston Lumbago

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Schopenhauer

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I have an idear for a roleplay! The characters take part in different forms of environmentally friendly energy and are in a competition. Solar, wind, algae, biomass, tidal, geo, hydro, recycled Uranium (that is a thing) , Thorium, Helium-3 mined from the Moon, Nuclear Fusion, plus the variations in every option (concentrated solar, ect) so there is a lot of potential.

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Your videos literally make my day. Thank you.

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More of this content please. Love philosophical discussions

[@fredericksquirlly]

I am going to read that hitchhikers guide all the way though! thanks for recommendation

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My beliefs are different, but just like you I like to listen to others perspectives. I enjoyed this video and it was so relaxing.

[@AmnesiaForever]

Which is more powerful, a man with nothing to lose, or a man with one last thing to save?

[@AmnesiaForever]

@Sweet Sodia But a man with only one thing to save, will do anything to do it, since he has nothing else to lose he will face an army to save the last thing he has.

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I always look forward to watching your videos . Your very smart and creative and I totally enjoy relaxing while learning interesting things

[@pingu8900]

I’ve always seen these videos and skimmed over them, I guess due to my own pessimistic view on them. However, I watched this and honestly really enjoyed it. I agree with a lot of your trains of thought l, yet what I admire even more is that you are so open to new ideas and different thoughts. It’s nice to see someone who is so pragmatic and able to accept the state of flux we find our selves in leading to different people with different philosophies and feelings. Anyways, if you got this far, thanks for reading my little ramble - have a nice day :)

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You are an example of what education should be! Learned a lot with this video!

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Can you do a sleep for the sleepless video part 2 please and thank you

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Now THIS is my kind of ASMR!

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This was both mentally stimulating and relaxing. Rift would probably find the writings of Georg Hegel equally interesting.

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This is perfect

[@Apex_grind562]

Sometimes the lack of religion becomes one's religion.

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Thanks for covering such an insightful book

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The emperor on the book cover is actually Antonius.

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Been waiting for you to make this video for ages, always had a feeling you would.

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Love it! You should make a book reading asmr that would be the best have a great day

[@JohnFenomenon]

It was a very unlikely time in the world during Marcus' reign, where the most powerful man in the world was also quite likely the smartest.

[@rumination4679]

Ok.. Mr. Rift, I feel very connected to you. I think and perceive things actually as you are describing through the video. Some of the people ive met at school marvel at the fact of my philosophical and psychological knowledge, but for me it all just seemed so simple. Its very weird tho to think that someone i have never met in person actually perceives life, religion, spirituality, reality, and the mind very similarly. Thank you for being you, Mr. Rift. Apologies, I dont know your name. My name is Caleb, in case you were curious. If you haven't already, you should do a video of Carl Jung's beliefs of the "Shadow." VERY interesting stuff.

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hey cool this is like one of the few books on my shelf

[@lucyrosemihajlich4439]

Thanks for doing this. Your voice is very calming. I know this video is old, so you might have already read it, but if you haven't yet, I recommend Epictetus. I hope you have a nice day.

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I really want a whispering version

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MaceWinduHugs 💀

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I am confuse

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@@esmepipkin6087 it's another ASMR channel. Dr. T (stands for Tinglebottom)

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This comment is quite.....technical

[@esmepipkin6087]

@@Struxion thank you

[@raiden2048]

Thats the beauty of Philosophy, it is both for the lowest of the low (diogenes) and for the highest of the high (marcus Aurelius)

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i wish my mother read these kind of books to me when i was a child and needed a bedtime story.

[@masqu4]

english lessons : wish

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I love this sooo mutch!

[@ryner2331]

Just finished reading “The Practicing Stoic”, a collection of the writings and teachings of Seneca, Marcus, and Epictetus. Highly recommend.

[@t4404]

stoicism is gay and you are gay

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Hey crazy how I'm learning about this guy in social studies class.

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Fuck yes tuhgttg is the best fiction ever written, I'm completely serious when I say I view it as a philosophical masterpiece.

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Hey man I’m just checking up to see what’s up with your podcasts. The description of your videos keeps saying “on hiatus” but I don’t know why. If possible could you explain please?

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_Educational ASMR_ ..

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Thanks!

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I thought thisbwas another character at first, like your other videos. It's nice to see you talk as the real you. I do aplriciate these videos.

[@masinissaibrahimi5569]

Ironic, I got Marcus Aurelius recommended by my priest