The law presumably says that it is finest to keep as quiet…
““The law presumably says that it is finest to keep as quiet as possible in misfortunes and not be irritated, since the good and bad in such things aren't plain, nor does taking it hard get one anywhere, not are any of the human things worthy of great seriousness… One must accept the fall of the dice and settle one's affairs accordingly-- in whatever way argument declares would be best. One must not behave like children who have stumbled and who hold on to the hurt place and spend their time in crying out; rather one must always habituate the soul to turn as quickly as possible to curing and setting aright what has fallen and is sick, doing away with lament by medicine.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Accept misfortune calmly, avoid excessive lament, and address problems pragmatically rather than with childish grief.
In simple terms: Stay calm, fix problems, don’t dwell on sorrow.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate resilience and practical action.
Themes
resilience
pragmatism
emotional regulation
philosophy
Mood
reflective
serene
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- personal setbacks
- health crises
- financial loss
- relationship issues
Key Concepts
Stoicism
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance acceptance with healthy emotional expression?
- What practical steps help turn misfortune into growth?
A Different Perspective
Some may view stoic acceptance as suppressing emotions.