I have often wondered how it is that every man loves himself more than all the rest of men, but yet sets less value on his own opinions of himself than on the opinions of others.
Marcus AureliusRead
Dig inside. Inside is the fountain of good, and it will forever flow, if you will forever dig.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of self-exploration and inner growth.
Marcus Aurelius suggests that by delving deep into ourselves, we can discover an endless source of goodness and virtue. This process of introspection and self-discovery is necessary for personal growth and fulfillment, indicating that the more we seek within, the more we can cultivate positive qualities in our lives.
Themes
Self-ExplorationInner GoodnessIntrospectionPersonal GrowthVirtue
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a leadership workshop to inspire self-reflection among participants.
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