But true good fortune is what you make for yourself. Good fortune: good character, good intentions, and good actions. (Hays translation) (Marcus Aurelius)

But true good fortune is what you make for yourself. Good fortune: good character, good intentions, and good actions. (Hays translation)

Marcus Aurelius

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