Never discourage anyone who continually makes progress, no matter how slow... even if that someone is yourself!
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And we have made of ourselves living cesspools, and driven doctors to invent names for our diseases.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote critiques human behavior, suggesting we have degraded ourselves and burdened others with our ailments.
Plato's quote reflects on the moral and physical decay of society, where individuals have become like 'living cesspools', indicating a state of corruption and degradation. It suggests that instead of addressing our problems, we've forced those in the medical profession to label our deteriorating conditions, illustrating a cycle of neglect and responsibility avoidance that characterizes human existence.
Themes
Human BehaviorSocietyHealthDecayResponsibility
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about public health and societal responsibilities, this quote can highlight our role in fostering diseases through poor habits.
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