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“Think nothing profitable to you which compels you to break a promise, to lose your self respect, to hate any person, to curse, to act the hypocrite.” quote by Marcus Aurelius
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“Think nothing profitable to you which compels you to break a promise, to lose your self respect, to hate any person, to curse, to act the hypocrite.”

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 actions that damage self-respect or foster hatred; uphold integrity and compassion in all dealings.

In simple terms: Don’t break promises or act hypocritically; keep self-respect.

Key Takeaway

Maintain integrity and compassion.

Themes

integrity self‑respect compassion honesty

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • business negotiations
  • personal relationships
  • leadership decisions

Key Concepts

stoicism morality personal conduct

Questions to Reflect On

  • What temptations threaten your integrity?
  • How can you reinforce self‑respect daily?
A Different Perspective

Human nature can tempt people to rationalize unethical actions.

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