Vitality and beauty are gifts of Nature for those who live according to its laws.
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You can have no dominion greater or less than that over yourself.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True power comes from self-control and mastery over oneself.
This quote by Leonardo Da Vinci emphasizes the importance of self-governance and personal mastery. It suggests that the greatest form of dominion one can possess is the ability to control one's own thoughts, actions, and desires, highlighting self-discipline as a fundamental aspect of personal power.
Themes
Self-ControlMasteryDominionPowerSelf-Discipline
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used as a motivational reminder in a self-help seminar to encourage personal development.
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