Marcus Auraylius Drops New Single “Disgusted” – A Hard-Hitting Anthem That Demands Answers

In the passage often titled “Disgusted,” Marcus Aurelius reflects on the nature of human behavior and his own frustration with the flaws he sees in others. As a Stoic philosopher and Roman emperor, Aurelius wrestled with the challenge of maintaining inner peace while surrounded by selfishness, ignorance, and injustice. This meditation captures a moment of emotional exhaustion, where even his disciplined mindset feels strained.

Rather than staying mired in judgment or resentment, however, Marcus redirects his attention inward. He reminds himself that other people act out of ignorance—not malice—and that their flaws are natural, even predictable. According to Stoic philosophy, expecting the world to behave perfectly is irrational. Instead, one must prepare the mind to remain steady and composed, no matter the chaos around it.

Aurelius also questions why he lets others disturb his tranquility. He sees this emotional reaction as a failure of his own reasoning. Stoicism teaches that the only true good is virtue, and the only true harm is moral failure. Therefore, if someone else behaves poorly, it should not disrupt his inner peace—unless he allows it to.

The title “Disgusted” is somewhat misleading. While he begins with discontent, the passage ultimately moves toward compassion and clarity. Marcus urges himself—and by extension, the reader—to meet ignorance not with contempt but with understanding.

This entry reveals his constant struggle to live in accordance with his values. It’s not about suppressing emotions but rather transforming them through philosophy. In “Disgusted,” Marcus Aurelius offers a timeless reminder: we cannot control others, only our response. To live well is to rise above pettiness, maintain dignity, and act with reason—even in a world that seems undeserving of it.