Only a stomach that rarely feels hungry scorns common things.
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He possesses dominion over himself, and is happy, who can every day say, "I have lived." Tomorrow the heavenly father may either involve the world in dark clouds, or cheer it with clear sunshine, he will not, however, render ineffectual the things which have already taken place.
Interpretation
True happiness comes from self-mastery and appreciating each day lived.
This quote by Horace emphasizes the importance of self-control and contentment in one's life, suggesting that true happiness is found in the ability to reflect on one's existence and accomplishments daily. Moreover, it reminds us that while the future may hold uncertainties, the value of past experiences and the conscious act of living fully should not be diminished.
In practice
This quote could inspire a mindfulness session about living in the present.
Only a stomach that rarely feels hungry scorns common things.
Now is the time for drinking; now the time to beat the earth with unfettered foot.
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It is of no consequence of what parents a man is born, as long as he be a man of merit.
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Few cross the river of time and are able to reach non-being. Most of them run up and down only on this side of the river. But those who when they know the law follow the path of the law, they shall reach the other shore and go beyond the realm of death.
It is a curious property of research activity that after the problem has been solved the solution seems obvious. This is true not only for those who have not previously been acquainted with the problem, but also for those who have worked over it for years.
Certainly, possessions, money, and power can give a momentary thrill, the illusion of being happy, but they end up possessing us and making us always want to have more, never satisfied. ‘Put on Christ’ in your life, place your trust in him, and you will never be disappointed!
It seems that it is madder never to abandon one's self than often to be infatuated; better to be wounded, a captive and a slave, than always to walk in armor.
I listened very, very carefully to the world around me to pick up the signals of when trouble was coming. Not that I could stop it. But it made me observant. That was helpful when I became a lawyer, because I knew how to read people's signals.
The only power you have on this planet is the power of your decisions.
There may be some substitute for hard facts, but if there is, I have no idea what it can be.
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