Anger, if not restrained, is frequently more hurtful to us than the injury that provokes it.
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The wish for healing has always been half of health.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The desire to heal is a crucial part of the healing process.
This quote emphasizes that the intention or wish to heal is fundamentally important to achieving health. It suggests that along with the physical aspects of healing, the mental and emotional desire for recovery plays a vital role in one's overall well-being.
Themes
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In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about recovery and resilience, one might cite Seneca's words to inspire hope.
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Slavery takes hold of few, but many take hold of slavery.
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To be able to endure odium is the first art to be learned by those who aspire to power.
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Wherever there is a human being, there is an opportunity for a kindness.
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Loyalty is the holiest good in the human heart.
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