The art is long, life is short
HippocratesRead
Illnesses do not come upon us out of the blue. They are developed from small daily sins against Nature. When enough sins have accumulated, illnesses will suddenly appear.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Illnesses are a result of small, daily choices that go against natural living.
Hippocrates emphasizes that our health is affected by our daily actions and choices that neglect natural living. When we consistently make poor choices or 'sins' against nature—whether that be in our diet, activity, or overall lifestyle—these gradually build up and can lead to serious health issues manifesting in the form of illnesses.
Themes
HealthNatureLifestyleWellnessBalance
In practice
Example use cases
In a wellness seminar discussing lifestyle choices.
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