Category Archives: weakness

Whenever men are not obliged to fight from necessity, they fight from ambition.

Whenever men are not obliged to fight from necessity, they fight from ambition. – Niccolò Machiavelli What does that mean? This is sad, but true. There are times when people are forced to fight. The violence at that point is somewhat forgivable, … Continue reading

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To be conquered by yourself is of all things most shameful and vile.

To be conquered by yourself is of all things most shameful and vile. – Plato What does that mean? This is a Twitter friendly version of the full quote: “The first and greatest victory is to conquer yourself; to be … Continue reading

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There is no avoiding war; it can only be postponed to the advantage of others.

There is no avoiding war; it can only be postponed to the advantage of others.– Niccolò Machiavelli What does that mean? At the time of the quote, there was a state of tension and often open warfare between any number the … Continue reading

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Non violence is a sign of strength; violence is a sign of desperation and weakness.

Non violence is a sign of strength; violence is a sign of desperation and weakness. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? This is a testament to wisdom over ‘common knowledge.’ Many people think that fighting, conquering and vanquishing are the ultimate … Continue reading

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If your strength is small, don’t carry heavy burdens. If your words are worthless, don’t give advice.

If your strength is small, don’t carry heavy burdens. If your words are worthless, don’t give advice. – Chinese Proverbs What does that mean? Most of the quotes that have been discussed here have been about our strengths or developing our strengths. … Continue reading

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Weakness of attitude becomes weakness of character.

Weakness of attitude becomes weakness of character. – Albert Einstein What does that mean? To me, this talks of acquiescence to greater and greater ills.  Weakness in attitude: attitude towards what?  The second half, speaking of character, points to the … Continue reading

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Fear is pain arising from the anticipation of evil.

Fear is pain arising from the anticipation of evil. – Aristotle What does that mean? Fear.  That’s a powerful word, if you let it be.  Think of the things you are afraid of.  Not all are “evil” in the classic … Continue reading

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