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Harmony Within: a Stoic Symphony

In stoic rhythm, the heart beats serenity, a sequoia weathering life's windstorms. Whispers of Epictetus, soft zephyrs, navigate the soul through tempest trials. Resolute amidst chaos's dance, a stoic symphony, resilience embodied. Each breath, a hymn to self-mastery, forged in the crucible of inner dominion. Emotions carved into stoic sculptures, adorn the sanctum of a contemplative mind. Acceptance, a soothing elixir of solace, for wounds dealt by fate's capricious hand. A sage's gaze, tranquil and unwavering, reads the landscape of joy and strife. In stoic's gentle embrace, life unfolds, a canvas painted with hues of inner peace.

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Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 11/29/2023 9:24:00 AM

- Congratulations on your win in the "Stoicism As Way of Life" contest...great writing, Jaymee :) - hugs

Jaymee Thomas
Date: 12/4/2023 1:44:00 PM

Thanks, Anne-Lise! It is so kind of you to stop by and leave a comment. I really appreciate it - it makes opening this site so much more fun each day :D

Sotto Poet

Date: 11/28/2023 1:27:00 PM

Jaymee, Your contemplation on the stoic way of life is truly profound. Your words are imbued with a gentle flow that brings solace. Congratulations on your well-deserved win

Jaymee Thomas
Date: 12/4/2023 1:43:00 PM

What a lovely thing to say, Sotto. Thank you. I actually took this prompt a couple of different ways and had a hard time deciding which to send in - I think I made the right choice :) I sincerely appreciate the placement as well. I find the contests add an element of sport and comradery to an otherwise solo pursuit. Until the next time :)

Speaks Volumes

Date: 11/19/2023 7:03:00 PM

This is the complete opposite of your last I read. In tone with stoicism, mellow and accepting. I think many may read this way, while it is pleasing to read, I wonder which you will enter. BOL SV

Di11y Da11y

Date: 11/19/2023 9:33:00 AM

And another - both equally stunning

Jaymee Thomas
Date: 11/20/2023 9:30:00 PM

You are too kind. To be honest, the last stanza here feels quite unresolved and not in keeping with the character of the rest of the piece. No matter though - I'll keep.writing all the same :)