Crows pick out the eyes of the dead, when the dead have no longer need of them; but flatterers mar the soul of the living, and her eyes they blind.
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No man is able to make progress when he is wavering between opposite things.
Interpretation
What this quote means
To make progress, one must commit to a single direction instead of being indecisive.
Epictetus emphasizes the importance of decisiveness in personal development and progress. When individuals find themselves torn between conflicting choices or ideas, they become unable to move forward, stagnating in their growth. Clarity and commitment are essential for achieving one's goals and realizing potential.
Themes
ProgressDecisivenessGrowthIndecisionCommitment
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about personal development and goal setting.
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