His reign was marred by military struggle and a horrific epidemic that killed over five million people, but yet was characterized by a period of relative peace and stability throughout the empire. The "spiritual exercises" that Aurelius used to get through his difficult existence and become more patient, empathetic, generous, self-aware, and emotionally healthy are described in unparalleled detail in his writings.
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