Front: "We suffer more often in imagination than in reality"
Back: "We are disturbed not by what happens to us but by our thoughts about what happens"
🧠The Philosophy Behind This Coin
Seneca - the Roman Stoic, playwright, and advisor to emperors understood something timeless: most of our suffering doesn’t come from the world itself, but from the way our minds imagine it. We suffer more often in imagination than in reality. We are disturbed not by what happens, but by our thoughts about what happens.
This coin captures that inner battleground. It reminds us that fear, anxiety, jealousy, and regret are not external enemies, they are shaped within us, by the stories we tell ourselves. Most of what we dread never happens. Most of what we grieve over exists only in memory. And much of our emotional pain is magnified by interpretation, not fact.
Stoicism teaches us to become observers of our minds.
To recognize when imagination overtakes reason.
To respond, not react.
To trade panic for perspective.
Seneca’s wisdom is not about denial, it’s about discipline.
Not about suppressing emotions, but understanding them so they don’t rule us.
This coin is a daily compass, pointing you back to clarity when the noise of the world grows loud.
📐 Coin Specifications
Material:
- Brass Alloy (Antique Silver Colour)
- Brass Alloy (Antique Bronze Colour)
- Solid Copper (Antique Copper Colour)
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. Colouring and patinas may slightly vary.
There are no identical coins! These coins are unique and are akin to a traditional military challenge coin.
🎁 Why It Makes a Powerful Gift
This coin is more than bronze, it’s perspective cast in metal.
It speaks to the part of us that wrestles with worry, fear, and imagined futures.
Gifting this coin is like offering someone a moment of stillness in a noisy world. It’s a reminder they can carry in their pocket, on their desk, or in their hand, that the mind is not a prison, but a tool. That thoughts can be questioned. That peace is often one honest thought away.
Whether given to a friend navigating stress, a loved one facing uncertainty, or to yourself in a season of overthinking, this coin becomes a silent ally.
It doesn’t preach. It reminds. And in that, it offers something rare:
- Strength through understanding.
- Calm through clarity.
- And courage through truth.
🛠️ Care Instructions
To keep your coin in excellent condition, avoid exposing it to water, chemicals, or prolonged direct sunlight. Store it in its protective sleeve or display it in a dry place. If needed, gently clean it with a soft, dry cloth - no polishing required. With minimal care, this coin will maintain its beauty and meaning for years to come.
© Artwork & Copyright Notice
The artwork and design of this coin are original creations and are fully protected by copyright. Any reproduction, imitation, or unauthorized use is strictly prohibited. This design is part of the exclusive EDC Reminder Coins collection and is legally registered to ensure its authenticity and integrity.
All rights reserved. Violators will be subject to legal action.
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