Everything Lasts for a Day — Marcus Aurelius on Memory and Mortality

A brief Daily Stoic reflection prompted by Marcus Aurelius’ phrase “Everything is only for a day.” Walking past the New York Public Library’s plaques and lions, the episode considers fame, memory, and the fleeting nature of life. It pairs that meditation with a simple affirmation: “I recognize my resilience and build upon it with gratitude,” inviting calm awareness of impermanence and personal strength.