The Pursuit of More: Seneca’s Wisdom for a Richer Life

Discover How It Can Enrich Your Life Too.

Sage SB
The Taoist Online
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3 min readDec 6, 2023

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As I checked my morning email today, one of Seneca’s quotes caught my eye, sparking introspection and let me tell you, it hit me hard!

It made me reflect on how significant it is in our daily lives, especially as we prep for the week ahead and dive into our various tasks and commitments.

You know, Seneca really hit the nail on the head with this one:

“If you don’t regard what you have as enough, you will never be happy even if you rule the entire world”.

It’s a powerful idea, isn’t it?

Sometimes we get caught up in this endless chase for more. More money, more likes, more views, more clients, more stuff, more everything. But here’s the thing: that pursuit for more can blind us. It blinds us to the incredible value of having ‘enough’.

Sure, money gives us freedom, no doubt about it. But real wealth? It’s about so much more than just dollars in the bank. It’s about having gratitude for what’s already in your life, feeling safe and secure, and having the smarts to make choices that truly align with what you truly need.

Don’t let your pursuit for more blind you to the immense value of having ‘enough’.

Flaunting piles of cash isn’t the essence; rather, it’s about your mindset. How you perceive and value what’s already within your reach — that’s the heart of genuine wealth.

And you know what’s cool? Wealth isn’t this race to accumulate more; it’s a journey to crave less. It’s about understanding that having ‘enough’ is where the magic happens.

Since it’s the start of the week, and you’ll be diving back into hustling — be it your 9–5 job, blogging, coaching, or creating content — here’s your friendly reminder: don’t get caught up in chasing more likes, more money, more views, or more clients and all the etceteras.

As you dive into this week, keep Seneca’s words close. After all, true wealth lies in wanting less and finding contentment in the abundance of ‘enough’.

I’ll be waiting to meet you again in my next story. Until then, take care of yourself, and remember, in the pursuit of more, it’s often the appreciation of ‘enough’ that brings true wealth. Stay mindful, stay grateful, and keep seeking the richness in your everyday moments. — may you discover your own version of ‘enough’ this week.

Wishing you all the strength and kindness in the world,

Sage SB

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