Hug the shore; let others try the deep.
VirgilRead
All our sweetest hours fly fastest.
Interpretation
The most enjoyable times in life seem to pass by quickly.
This quote by Virgil reflects on the transient nature of joyful moments, suggesting that our happiest experiences tend to be fleeting. It serves as a reminder to cherish these times and to appreciate the beauty of life as it unfolds, as they often slip away quicker than we expect.
In practice
This quote can be used in a toast at a celebration to remind everyone to savor the joyful moments.
Hug the shore; let others try the deep.
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Happy the man who has been able to learn the causes of things.
Endure the present, and watch for better things.
Come what may, all bad fortune is to be conquered by endurance.
Fear is proof of a degenerate mind.
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You ask me whether I am in good spirits. How could I not be so? As long as Faith gives me strength I will always be joyful. Sadness ought to be banished from Catholic souls... the purpose for which we have been created shows us the path; even if strewn with many thorns, it is not a sad path. It is joyful even in the face of sorrow.
Smile, it's easier than explaning why you're sad
That which you have received, you should be grateful for it. And the most beautiful phenomenon is that when you are grateful, existence starts pouring more and more over you. It becomes a circle: the more you get, the more you become grateful; the more you become grateful, the more you get... And there is no end to it, it is an infinite process.
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