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Tag Archives: Seneca
No evil propensity of the human heart is so powerful that it may not be subdued by discipline.
No evil propensity of the human heart is so powerful that it may not be subdued by discipline. – Seneca What does that mean? This quote is about the end of excuses. “I couldn’t help myself.” Or “I knew it was … Continue reading
Posted in concentration, discipline, focus, goals, habits, self improvement
Tagged @philo_quotes, evil, heart, powerful, Seneca
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Life, if well lived, is long enough.
Life, if well lived, is long enough. – Seneca What does that mean? This quote is an answer to the eternal question: How long should a life be? Yes, we’d all like to think that we will live for a very … Continue reading
A gift consists not in what is done or given, but in the intention of the giver or doer.
A gift consists not in what is done or given, but in the intention of the giver or doer. – Seneca What does that mean? This is similar to other quotes that urge us to look beyond the gift, and consider … Continue reading
Posted in character, decision, giving, honest, integrity, motivation
Tagged @philo_quotes, done, gift, given, Seneca
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Expecting is the greatest impediment to living. In anticipation of tomorrow, it loses today.
Expecting is the greatest impediment to living. In anticipation of tomorrow, it loses today. – Seneca What does that mean? This is a bit of ancient wisdom regarding time management. It has been seen in many cultures throughout time. In … Continue reading
Posted in discipline, focus, habits, observation, personal growth, procrastination
Tagged @philo_quotes, expecting, living, Seneca, today
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Where fear is, happiness is not.
Where fear is, happiness is not. – Seneca What does that mean? This is another of those terse sayings that is fairly self-explanatory. However, for completeness, I believe the quote is reminding us that it is hard to be happy when … Continue reading
Modesty forbids what the law does not.
Modesty forbids what the law does not. – Seneca What does that mean? Whether you call it modesty, correct behavior, or something else, this quote is about doing the right thing. This is separate, or at least it is often different … Continue reading
Posted in character, governance, judgement, leadership, money, virtue
Tagged @philoQuotes, forbits, law, modesty, Seneca
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I don’t consider myself bald, I’m just taller than my hair.
I don’t consider myself bald, I’m just taller than my hair. – Seneca What does that mean? While this may seem a flippant quote, to me, it has deeper meaning. To me this quote is about being at ease with who … Continue reading
Posted in confidence, failure, help, humor, obstacles, self-esteem
Tagged @philo_quotes, bald, hair, Seneca, taller
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What nature requires is obtainable, and within easy reach. It is for the superfluous we sweat.
What nature requires is obtainable, and within easy reach. It is for the superfluous we sweat. – Seneca What does that mean? This one is so true, it almost hurts. It is especially this time of year, when it is all … Continue reading
Posted in choice, contentment, desire, passion, simplicity, work
Tagged @philo_quotes, nature, obtainable, reach, Seneca
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A sword never kills anybody; it is a tool in the killer’s hand.
A sword never kills anybody; it is a tool in the killer’s hand. – Seneca What does that mean? This concept is always a heated topic, but one that I believe should be addressed. This quote simply states a simple … Continue reading
Posted in anger, choice, focus, observation, potential, truth
Tagged @AmeeraBlitz, kills, Seneca, sword, tool
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It is not because things are difficult that we do not dare, it is because we do not dare that things are difficult.
It is not because things are difficult that we do not dare, it is because we do not dare that things are difficult. – Seneca What does that mean? This quote tries to differentiate between the things we are afraid … Continue reading
Posted in accomplishment, confidence, discipline, knowledge, personal growth, self-esteem
Tagged @iamdiddy, dare, difficult, Seneca, things
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He who does not prevent a crime when he can, encourages it.
He who does not prevent a crime when he can, encourages it. – Seneca What does that mean? This is the classic lesson from the origin of Spider Man. Whether from the comics or from the movies, Peter Parker (aka … Continue reading
Posted in action, duty, help, leadership, risk, setting an example
Tagged @philo_quotes, crime, encourages, prevent, Seneca
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There is a noble manner of being poor, and who does not know it will never be rich.
There is a noble manner of being poor, and who does not know it will never be rich. – Seneca What does that mean? This quote implies that there is something about people that makes them rich or poor besides … Continue reading
Posted in contentment, gratitude, money, reflection, thankful, value
Tagged @philo_quotes, noble, poor, rich, Seneca
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We become wiser by adversity; prosperity destroys our appreciation of the right.
We become wiser by adversity; prosperity destroys our appreciation of the right. – Seneca What does that mean? This is an interesting viewpoint, one which probably isn’t immediately apparent to most of us. The quote states that in adversity, we gain … Continue reading
Posted in caution, habits, judgement, self improvement, struggle, wisdom
Tagged @OprahsQuotes, adversity, prosperity, Seneca, wiser
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Every new beginning comes from some other beginning’s end.
Every new beginning comes from some other beginning’s end. – Seneca What does that mean? To me, this quote is all about the circle of life, and the circular nature of our lives. Things start, things end. The end of … Continue reading
Posted in clarity, contemplation, discovery, perseverance, repetition, simplicity
Tagged @ohteenquotes, beginning, end, every, Seneca
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Constant exposure to dangers will breed contempt for them
Constant exposure to dangers will breed contempt for them. – Seneca What does that mean? I’m not exactly sure how the Latin was translated to English, but contempt presently means to treat with dislike and scorn. I would imagine that this … Continue reading
Posted in attitude, caution, preparation, risk, worry
Tagged @philoQuotes, contempt, danger, Seneca, worry
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