I only read Meditations. So yes, if he is not representative of the philosophy I have bastardized it. Although, I am convinced Marcus Aurelius used Stoicism as

I only read Meditations. So yes, if he is not representative of the philosophy I have bastardized it. Although, I am convinced Marcus Aurelius used Stoicism as a tool to control his emotions. Meditations reminded me of cognitive behavioral therapy. Repetitive soothing phrases to induce equanimity.