Tricks Of The Light – 22nd May 2026

The emperor remains magnificently robed;
until on closer inspection,
hems are fraying, and the fabric is thinning.

Stretched at the seams
by the bloated over-indulgence;
reminding himself that he’s always winning.

Today’s Daily Stoic poem:

Today Is The Day

Today is the day tomorrow will speak about
Time is here, ticking
Break down all resistance and doubt
Start, and keep it sticking