Dreams are a big part of human life. According to Seneca, man cannot see time as an object. As a result, many people are not good at measuring time or estimating its speed. Even high-ranking, wise people are frustrated with life.
If we look around us, we can see such examples all the time. He has worked hard all his life in the hope of getting something big. But at the end of his life, before he could enjoy the wealth he had earned, he rushed towards death.
A recent survey in China found that rich people are more frustrated and anxious than the middle class and poor. King Augustine of Greece made all the important decisions in the country. But he always regretted getting a little rest. French Napoleon spent the last part of his life in misery, dreaming of conquering Europe.
A man should think realistically about his life which he will be able to achieve. One should work keeping in mind the issues of one's ability and smallness. There is nothing wrong with wanting to live, but pursuing a dream or a job that does not give you comfort or peace must be abandoned. We chase after big dreams and forget about death, the pursuit of all illusory goals that can never be achieved in a lifetime as human beings.
There are three stages in our lives. The past, present, and future. It is clear what happened in the past. What will happen in the future is uncertain. People just survive in the present.
No matter how much you think about the past, there will be moments of joy or sorrow in you. But in the past, you can't go back or change anything if you want to. No matter what you think about the future, what is going to happen next is uncertain. People can only survive in the present moment. Feelings of happiness and sadness in your life can only be found in the present. If you think that tomorrow you will do 'this' or 'that', you will be living in your present state of equality.
You may be experiencing happiness or unhappiness by thinking of past events. This is the time you are currently in.
Seneca's main message in this book is that the present is our real life. The past or the future is just an idea. Living in this present life ends the thorns of life at one time. So you should organize your life in such a way that every 'present' moment of yours is cut like yours. Your dream or job should be something that you can enjoy every moment of your life. Do things that will make your life more valuable to you. Your dreams and desires are your own. So it is wise not to look at what is said in tens and tens while living like yourself.
