There is more heroism in self-denial than in deeds of arms.
SENECA THE YOUNGERYou cannot, I repeat, successfully acquire it and preserve your modesty at the same time.
More Seneca the Younger Quotes
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To forgive all is as inhuman as to forgive none
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Enjoy present pleasures in such a way as not to injure future ones.
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In the meantime, cling tooth and nail to the following rule: not to give in to adversity, not to trust prosperity, and always take full note of fortune’s habit of behaving just as she pleases.
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Fate leads the willing, and drags along the reluctant.
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Let the weary at length possess quiet rest.
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Auditur et altera pars. (The other side shall be heard as well.)
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There is nothing wrong with changing a plan when the situation has changed.
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To the believers it is true. To the wise it is false. To the leaders it is useful.
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It is quality rather than quantity that matters.
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People do not die – they kill themselves.
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Death is a punishment to some, to others a gift and to many a favour.
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There is no easy way from the earth to the stars.
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Greatness stands upon a precipice, and if prosperity carries a man never so little beyond his poise, it overbears and dashes him to pieces.
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To live is not a blessing, but to live well.
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What is more insane than to vent on senseless things the anger that is felt towards men?
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