“The proper work of the mind is the exercise of choice, refusal, yearning, repulsion, preparation, purpose, and assent. Let’s break down each one of those tasks: - Choice—to do and think right - Refusal—of temptation - Yearning—to be better - Repulsion—of negativity, of bad influences, of what isn’t true - Preparation—for what lies ahead or whatever may happen - Purpose—our guiding principle and highest priority - Assent—to be free of deception about what’s inside and outside our control (and be ready to accept the latter) **:: Reference ::** [[The Daily Stoic]]