Love is composed of a single soul inhabiting two bodies.
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We ought not to listen to those who exhort us, because we are human, to think of human things....We ought rather to take on immortality as much as possible, and do all that we can to live in accordance with the highest element within us; for even if its bulk is small, in its power and value it far exceeds everything.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote encourages us to rise above our human nature and strive for higher ideals.
Aristotle suggests that while we are inclined to focus on mundane human concerns, we should instead aspire to embody our highest potential and live according to noble principles. He emphasizes that even small efforts to embrace our higher selves can yield greater significance than any worldly achievement.
Themes
Higher SelfImmortalityHuman NatureIdeals
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about personal development and self-improvement, I might reference this quote to inspire others to aspire to their best selves.
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