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The intellect must not be kept at consistent tension, but diverted by pastimes…. The mind must have relaxation, and will rise stronger and keener after recreation.

Seneca the Younger

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Everything that exceeds the bounds of moderation has an unstable foundation.
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There is none made so great, but he may both need the help and service, and stand in fear of the power and unkindness, even of the meanest of mortals.
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While we are postponing, life speeds by.
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