"How much trouble he avoids who does not look to see what his neighbor says or does."
- Marcus Aurelius
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Marcus advocates for mental boundaries, suggesting we avoid unnecessary disturbance by not obsessing over others' actions and opinions. By focusing on our own conduct rather than judging others, we preserve energy for what truly matters.
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