Prompt: In ancient Rome, it was considered noble for nobles to wear purple robes. As the successor to the throne, Aurelius discovered that spending energy on dressing up and enjoying luxury would only wear down his will and become a slave to desire. He learned that the Stoics advocated frugality and pride in wearing short robes. So, like the Stoic philosophers, he began to stay away from sensual temptations and put an end to luxurious life. He took off his robe and wore short robes all day long regardless of his status.