The highest goods are within us! And no one can take that from us. No one can stop me from being kind! They for sure could try to influence me, but if my conscience accepts that no one have that kind of power over me, then I'm finally free. I see that every video contains a different message, but remais inside the same principles. Most of us tend to see freedom as a dollar sign, but actually that is just another prison in disguise. It's best if we free ourselves from our mental prisons (anxiety, fear, guilt, greed...), then we can finally go after what really makes us happy, and for me, that is having peace of mind. Peace be upon you friend, you are the kind of influence we need right now. Greetings from Brazil!

Spot on. There’s a saying, “some people are so poor, all they have is money”

You sir, are a very interesting character. You've learned the art of subtly it seems. For those that find you, are those who know how to look at a piece of art long enough to notice the things that everyone else seems to gloss over. It's refreshing to come to a corner of UKposts where I'm not over stimulated by sound clips, flashes of images, mismatched music, & misguided opinions. I can come here, listen, & reflect.

Normally we dread possible futures for social reasons, it's evasion of potential shame. I memorised my favourite Aurelius quote: "Or is it your reputation that's bothering you? But see how quickly we are all forgotten! The emptiness of those applauding hands." So we typically deflect agency onto imagined other people, who don't know either, let alone for us. Approval of people who can never really know you means nothing.

It's funny how we fill our minds with so much fears all the time... when we only need to remember to take a step back and observe. And question the validity of those thoughts... Thanks for another great reminder.

40k subs with 20+ videos talking only? Solid content. 💯

I picked up "Letters from a stoic" because of you and I can confidently say it is changing my life. Thank you so much.

You are a lifesaver for my mental health. Thank you so much.

During meditation I find myself coming across this broad range of thoughts that are full of guilt and anxiety . This really supports the idea that once you realize to focus on the present and get rid of the idea of not feeling like your doing enough puts you in an abundant state since you are allowing the self to flow.

Excellent content! Keep it up and don’t shy away from introducing yourself. It will make everything more relatable! Regards from France! ⚜️📚✨

I knew you was finna blow up, congrats! Great video as always.

As I’ve grown older I’ve certainly struggled to stay virtuous… the world just seems a big rat race of sorts.. still these vids keep me sane… thanks 🙏🏻

To have serenity and contentment regardless of worldly wealth.. a very important concept I believe. I pursue my inner peace through music and poetry.

What can my enemies do to me? My paradise and my garden are in my heart wherever I go. They are with me and never leave me. If I am imprisoned, it is seclusion for worship. If I am killed, it is martyrdom. If they expel me from my land, it is tourism.” muslim scholar Ibn Taymiyah " my garden in my heart "❤

Nothing is enough when we are living in lack. We have everything and yet we still feel this void inside of us. Being wholly present changes this myth of scarcity. We find our true compass when we learn to relax in our present with trust we are safe.

I'm glad to see people still interested in books i recommand you to read 'quran '.

Happy to see how our young generation is aware of the world around them and still there are people out there who are talking about virtue. We need more people like you❤

If Seneca was a UKpostsr he'd have the best clickbait titles for his videos. This one lured me in straight away

Thank you, it made me realize if I needed to complain about something “right now right here”, it would only possibly be because of pain in any form, physical/mental or fear. It helps recontextualize and reconnect.

The title might be cynical but I found it so so profound, just reading it felt like a strike of inspiration. I'm only 22 but as I've grown up, I've *always* lived in the future. *When* I get out of highschool turned into when i get out of uni to when I get a job etc. etc. My friend told me I tend to 'plan' for joy and often I didn't understand how to fix it or live in the present more. This was a fantastic video and great insight. Thank you

You’re right I am listening to this before falling asleep I’ve been delaying sleeping because of a nagging thought It’s hard to just let go and let things flow, especially spending so many years trying to be in control or regain some sort of control in life.. or trying to find answers or solutions.. Thank you “Things will happen in their own time” 🙏 I might just fall into a peaceful slumber this time..

It's really motivating to watch your videos to start my day, thank you for sharing with us your knowledge as always 😊

I'm so ashamed at the state of my life and there's no escape. Pain and grief and loneliness, these things are so intense, they rape my soul. I wish for nothing more than real friends and true love. Will I ever have these?

your videos with dreamscape playing in the background are very calming.

I'm so happy I found your channel, thank you so much! Sending love from South Africa!

I love your messages and the good you’re providing people with. I found your channel a couple weeks ago right after getting back into reading The Daily Stoic!

Needed this message in this moment. Thank you.

Thank you so much! Please don’t stop making your life-saving videos ❤

I am grateful for your insights. Thank you for sharing.

Your channel is just whatever I’ve been realising lately, and I just love seeing my own thoughts from another more mature perspective if you may. Love the work

Your videos are like finding the answers we have been looking for all along. It’s like finding the treasure, the secret, the missing piece. Love the calm, peaceful vibes. Thank you so much 🙏

Bro's definitely cooking something. I can relate this so much, the timing of this is almost near perfect. Keep it coming.

Thank you! great message as always.

I cannot begin to tell you how much your videos have helped me. There is such a calm in me and new perspective I never knew was missing, so...Thank you. Blessings from South Africa ✨️

Dang bro, this is timely. Without going into the details, I just found out that my partner stole my life savings without any way that I can prove it. It’s been a very painful few days, but the sting is getting a little better.

this really put everything into perspective I actually audibly laughed at myself for being stressed over such silly issues

Thank you for creating this video. I really needed to hear these words at the moment. I am finding that I'm also ashamed of the answer to the question about what is really upsetting me at this very moment but I am glad that after watching this, I've finally found my answer. Having the answer to the problem makes the problem much easier to solve. So, thank you once again. Wish you a happy life!

Love this perspective, thank you. Sounds similar to ACT, but with present-moment awareness and clarifying value-based goals.

U hv no idea how much the style in which ur talking about these topics is almost asmr for my brain but instead Im learning things. Ur calmness is delivering ur ideas way more than if it was someone talking really fast. Its benefiting my soul. Thank you 🙏🏼

the last part of the video kind of answered a question that i had been pondering over, "how can we strive to achieve more in the future if we are to live happily in the moment?" thank you!

This really helped me. Thank you

This was beautifully said.

I feel like i have found a hidden treasure once i found this channel , i can watch without any interruption from my mind , it is rare when i am fully engaged with someone’s thoughts and knowledge Thank you so much for sharing your inner enlightenment to us.

I really like this conversation. Thank you.

Your conversation is so beautiful. Thank you for sharing your mind with us. You are so helpful. 🎉❤

For me right now what is very bad is my addiction to screens.

listening to your expression of thoughts is great.

I recommend Eckhart Tolle's book "the power of now" for a deeper understanding of this concept. That book and the practice meditation changed my life in a profound way.

You are helping me alot, thank you so much ❤

Superb video--an excellent, clear, and compelling presentation.

Thank you so much!

I always enjoy your videos, thanks for the content

I love this side of youtube.

Thank you.

Yes! 100 % ! Lots of love to you ! 😊🥰❤

Unfortunately i know of people that have taken what is not there's and have been "successful" while me with all my morals and always trying to do no harm is struggling. I feel like this world is not made for those with virtue, it keeps kicking us down.

Your videos are such a treat ^^

I tend to think what im going to do after work and play it and play it in my mind. By the time i get home im already drained. Its gotta be overthinking the future.

Thanks again!

It's funny how people often don't really know what's truly important. I know an old man who has cancer, yet his priorities remain focused on working even harder to secure a higher retirement. It crossed my mind that he may pass away before ever getting to enjoy that retirement. He already has the opportunity to retire now

00:32 ⏱: Marcus Aurelius's quote about asking ourselves what is upsetting us in the present moment 02:15 ⏱: The realization that our problems in the present moment are often small compared to the problems others face 04:06 ⏱: The importance of virtues such as fairness, justice, honesty, and kindness in our pursuit of happiness 07:05 ⏱: Understanding that happiness and the highest good are already within us, and time stops once we achieve them 09:22 ⏱: The misconception that pursuing happiness means giving up worldly success, and the truth that it actually enhances our pursuit of goals 12:10 ⏱: The idea that the highest goods make everything else better and the pursuit of them more fulfilling 14:00 ⏱: The realization that possessing the highest good leads to happiness and eliminates the longing for the future

The ending reminds me of the discussion between Socrates and Callicles in Plato's 'Gorgias,' where Socrates claims that once someone understands the highest good, they can't help but embody it. In ancient Greek, 'αγαθό' had an even deeper meaning than 'highest good,' it had a divine tone to it, meaning that reaching it would be beyond human... Anyway I liked your video and you look great as well 🦇

Literally feels like universe is talking to me through a UKposts channel , pls never stop posting I need this

We are so worried about things that will never happen. 😢

I just started reading “Seneca, letters on ethics”, it’s so good 😊

So happy that you’ve uploaded a vid 🥺

Perfect timing, I have a specific person in mind that should see this.

thank you

Thank you for food for the inner being.

I appreciate you

I believe most people would say that they wouldn't take the money, but if you put them in that exact situation, make them look at the number on their bank account, I unfortunately just can't see most people passing on that opportunity. But to anyone who would return the money, I have nothing but respect for you and I wish you all the happiness in the world

I think that apart from asking ourselves "what is upsetting me in this very moment" the opposite question should be asked and treated in similar way as well: "what is making me happy/calm in this very moment". This is a "silent" and missed area that seem to be overlooked. Got a promotion, graduated from school, passed an exam; all in the past. Meeting friends this weekend, going abroad next month, travelling to another continent towards end of this year; all in the future. All of the above are what mind considers good or happy...what mind is also clinging to. This in turn takes us away from the present moment, which in my opinion is the optimal place for happiness. I'm not religious but Jesus said to live in the world but not of the world, meaning to take action and participate in the daily affairs of life but not to cling to the outcome of it all, good or bad. Apologies for any grammar mistakes as I'm not a native speaker. Hope my thoughts are understandable. Much love.

Even if im self sufficient i need necessities too be grateful but strive to be better and live the moment

There is a book called "The Happiness Advantage", written by a Harvard professor, that explains happiness leads to success, not the other way around.

It wasn't the Seneca quote, but it was that extremely loud hair. volume king

I think you will really enjoy reading "I am that" by Nisargadatta Maharaj. Truly exceptional book.

Possessing the highest good, please expound on that concept in a future video!

See the highest good: virtue. Understand how you act in accordance with virtue. Once you started to act with virtue, you have grasped the highest good. Don't let it fade... Now pursue whatever you want in material world that is in alignment with highest good or the other way around (you'll only pursue then what is in alignment with highest good).

The best way to change the world is through yourself

Wise words

"Thank you so much for your incredible videos! Your dedication to sharing valuable knowledge and insights is truly inspiring. Your content has made a profound impact on my life, and I'm endlessly grateful for the wisdom and guidance you provide. Keep up the amazing work, and know that your efforts are genuinely appreciated by your audience. You're making a difference in so many lives, including mine. Thank you!"

I think I’ll have to read Nicomachean Ethics to get an expanded view on Aristotle’s definition of the highest good and happiness. Lao Tzu says, “The supreme good is like water….” Taoism may be easier to understand on a spiritual level. Thank you for your thoughtful videos.💖

In this moment, I am at peace ❤

it sometimes feels like you need a mitigation strategy for your own life and it shouldn't really be that way

❤.... what if you are so battered and hurting not knowing where to turn to find your meaningful purpose. 😢

It's called dissociation. We can also dissociate into social media, video games, books and the past or imagined future. It's the problem of our times. A socially acceptable escapism or possibly self-destruction, blotting out the protective ego.

I just finished a 6 year legal battle with my former employer, their disability carrier, and the SSA to ensure I wouldn’t be pushed to the far corners of the earth to die alone with no home, money, or access to care. It was worth it for me long term but painful short term since I don’t like money and didn’t want to be put in a position to fight for it. It’s a major spiritual conflict that I’m still struggling to reconcile as I tie up all the loose ends from greedy lawyers and disability insurance carrier egregious and intentional mistakes. There’s no solution to this issue much bigger than me from systems I have to rely on to stay alive. Often times I’d rather give up entirely.

I think you should't apologize for putting Seneca quotes. Taking ancient wisdom is a great way to make your point. I'd like to know if you have any other place to check your content. It's really great and inspiring. I thank the world to get to find this kind of content. :D

Well said💖📜🖌 Luv this💖💛✨

One thing there is hard for me to digest nowadays, with this omni presence of information and news, is the concept that I am objectively harming someone somewhere, by just existing in a given country and being part in a consumerism pattern, which is intrinsically against my core values of justice, fairness and not being a hypocrite. Global vs communal impact realy takes a toll on my soul.

Your voice is calming and pleasant to listen to!! Thank you for your discussion. Do you have any strategies that allow you to maintain your values when under pressure?

Young channel coming right up ❤

Courage.

My guy, you‘re too handsome I can‘t focus. Please do a podcast

I really like you And like your contents🙂

you are such a beautiful man :3

At work right now so saving this one for later thank you so much for posting again! Maybe you don't want to say it and I get it, but what's your name? I find strange calling you Accepting the Universe lol

Where does a woman meet a smart and handsome man like this? Genuinely wondering. If anyone knows. Let me know. 😊😂

you have luscious hair and ur smart 🥰

I do acquiesce to your arguments; fostering potential and imagination, though, does require some prudence, temperance. Can I suggest that mercy shines brighter than justice?