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.
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Be not as one that hath ten thousand years to live; death is nigh at hand: while thou livest, while thou hast time, be good.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Make the most of your life and be good, as time is limited.
This quote by Marcus Aurelius emphasizes the importance of living a virtuous life in the present moment, as death is inevitable and can arrive unexpectedly. It encourages us to be mindful of our actions and to prioritize goodness while we still have time to do so.
Themes
LifeDeathGoodnessTimeVirtue
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech about making the most of each day.
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