He that does good to another does good also to himself, not only in the consequence but in the very act. For the consciousness of well-doing is in itself ample reward.
SENECA THE YOUNGERThere is no genius without a mixture of madness.
More Seneca the Younger Quotes
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I have withdrawn not only from men, but from affairs, especially my own affairs; I am working for later generations, writing down some ideas that may be of assistance to them.
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The road by precepts is tedious, by example, short and efficacious.
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It is dishonorable to say one thing and think another; how much more dishonorable to write one thing and think another.
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It is expedient for the victor to wish for peace restored; for the vanquished it is necessary.
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Life is long if you know how to use it.
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A great step towards independence is a good-humored stomach, one that is willing to endure rough treatment.
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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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I persist on praising not the life I lead, but that which I ought to lead. I follow it at a mighty distance, crawling
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Tranqility is a certain quality of mind, which no condition or fortune can either exalt or depress.
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Fate leads the willing, and drags along the reluctant.
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Persistent kindness conquers the ill-disposed.
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There is nothing wrong with changing a plan when the situation has changed.
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We ought to take outdoor walks, to refresh and raise our spirits by deep breathing in the open air.
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To live is not a blessing, but to live well.
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What progress have I made? I am beginning to be my own friend. That is progress indeed
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