We are the creators of our own life. 
We make choices, we decide what to do or not to do. Sometimes we make mistakes, but even then we have the opportunity to learn from them. However, when our minds are unable to make the best decision for us, we suffer the consequences. Consciously or unconsciously, we are controlled by our minds and by our thoughts.

So, when things don’t go the way we anticipate, we get stressed and become a part of a never-ending circle of bad thoughts that create bad feelings, which then create more bad thoughts, etc.
If only everyone knew that we can easily avoid this. And it’s pretty simple — you need to be mindful and take control.
Although Marcus Aurelius was a military commander and the Roman emperor from 161 to 180 CE, he is now most famous as a philosopher. A thinker and Stoic, he reflected on the meaning of life and how to cope well, and much like Buddha, he was interested in how to ease suffering using the mind. He recognized we aren’t in control of much that happens to us, but we get to handle what we make of events and how we react to them.

You can also consider the words “our life is what our thoughts make it” in terms of choice. When you understand your perspective and opinions create who you are and what you do, you recognize it’s helpful to select what you consider right or wrong with care. A simple inch toward a different perspective could change your life for better or worse.
You get to choose the quality of your thoughts and your choices affect your happiness. Remembering you can shift your perspective every day is a powerful remedy for many modern and ancient emotional ailments.
You can either be held captive by your thoughts or set free by them. Whichever one you choose will determine the quality of your life.
When you touch and look at the Marcus Aurelius Coin, it makes you aware of the fact that by controlling your mind you are in control of your life.
 
Technical details:
∙ Large, Heavyweight Coin
∙ Diameter: 1.54" (39mm) - about the same as a Silver Dollar
∙ 2.7mm thick (10 gauge)
∙ Weight: 1oz
∙ Highest-quality mint, extremely fine details
∙ 100% Minted in the USA
∙ Material:         
Nickel-Silver (Antique Silver Color)
 
The coins were chemically aged so the patina looks great right out of the package and will look even better with more wear from handling and daily carry. The coin is treated to look as if it has been handled and circulated. Coloring and patinas may slightly vary. There are no identical coins!
These coins are unique and are akin to a traditional military challenge coin.
 
Note: we don’t take custom orders.