Show Notes: MLDC Book of the Week – MeditationsEpisode 265 of The HaltingWinter Podcast

What can a Roman Emperor from 2,000 years ago teach you about leading through budget battles, difficult council members, and relentless community pressure?

More than you'd think.

In this episode, Seth Winterhalter explores "Meditations" by Marcus Aurelius—a leadership book that wasn't supposed to be a book at all. Written in a military tent during active campaigns, it's the personal journal of an emperor who didn't want the job but chose to do it with excellence anyway.

If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the pressures of local government leadership, wondered if it's worth it, or struggled with things you can't control—this episode is for you.

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Resources Mentioned

• Book: Meditations by Marcus Aurelius
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