The whole life of man is but a point of time; let us enjoy it.
Interpretation
Life is brief; we should make the most of our time and enjoy it.
This quote from Plutarch emphasizes the transient nature of human existence, suggesting that our lives are fleeting moments in the vast continuum of time. Therefore, it encourages us to cherish our experiences and find joy in the present, reminding us that life is precious and should not be taken for granted.
In practice
In a motivational speech about making the most of life.
Sometimes small incidents, rather than glorious exploits, give us the best evidence of character. So, as portrait painters are more exact in doing the face, where the character is revealed, than the rest of the body, I must be allowed to give my more particular attention to the marks of the souls of men.
It were better to have no opinion of God at all than such a one as is unworthy of him; for the one is only belief - the other contempt.
Come back with your shield - or on it
The richest soil, if uncultivated, produces the rankest weeds.
For the correct analogy for the mind is not a vessel that needs filling, but wood that needs igniting.
Our senses through ignorance of Reality, falsely tell us that what appears to be, is. FEAR = False Evidence Appearing Real
The only certain things in life are death and taxes!
Naps are nature's way of reminding you that life is nice, like a beautiful swinging hammock strung between birth and infinity.
I feel like I am always the one tearing everything up and forever sewing it back together.
Football is a grand game for developing a lad physically and also morally, for he learns to play with good temper and unselfishness, to play in his place, and to play the game, and these are the best of training for any game of life.
The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.
Remember: Life is short, break the rules (they were made to be broken) Forgive quickly, kiss slowly Love truly, laugh uncontrollably And never regret anything that makes you smile. The clouds are lined with silver and the glass is half full (though the answers won't be found at the bottom) Don't sweat the small stuff, You are who you are meant to be, Dance as if no one's watching, Love as if it's all you know, Dream as if you'll live forever, Live as if you'll die today
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