From breakfast, or noon at the latest, to dinner, I am mostly on horseback, Attending to My Farm or other concerns, which I find healthful to my body, mind, and affairs.
Interpretation
Thomas Jefferson emphasizes the benefits of staying active and engaged in one's work for overall well-being.
In this quote, Thomas Jefferson shares his routine of being on horseback to attend to his farm and other responsibilities. He highlights how this active lifestyle positively contributes to his physical health, mental clarity, and effectiveness in managing his affairs, suggesting that engagement in work combined with physical activity can lead to a healthier and more fulfilling life.
In practice
This quote can be used in a motivational speech about the importance of physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.
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