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“Be not unwilling in what thou doest, neither selfish nor unadvised nor obstinate; let not over-refinement deck out thy thought; be not wordy nor a busybody.” quote by Marcus Aurelius
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“Be not unwilling in what thou doest, neither selfish nor unadvised nor obstinate; let not over-refinement deck out thy thought; be not wordy nor a busybody.”

Marcus Aurelius

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Avoid excessive self‑criticism, selfishness, and rigidity; keep thoughts clear and concise.

In simple terms: Don’t be overly critical or stubborn; stay clear.

Key Takeaway

Practice balanced, modest thinking.

Themes

philosophy self‑control clarity

Mood

reflective calm

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal development
  • decision making
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

stoicism moderation mindfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you simplify complex thoughts?
  • What habits foster modesty?
A Different Perspective

Over‑refinement can lead to paralysis.

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