Clear Quote by Aristotle
“For both excessive and insufficient exercise destroy one's strength, and both eating and drinking too much or too little destroy health, whereas the right quantity produces, increases and preserves it. So it is the same with temperance, courage and the other virtues. This much then, is clear: in all our conduct it is the mean that is to be commended.”
About This Quote
Virtue lies in moderation; excess or deficiency in any behavior harms health and character.
In simple terms: Balance yields virtue.
Key Takeaway
The golden mean is the path to excellence.
Themes
virtue ethics
moderation
balance
Mood
balanced
reflective
Type
ethical
didactic
When to use this quote
- diet and exercise planning
- work‑life balance decisions
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
Practical Applications
- apply the mean to daily habits
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it appropriate to break the golden mean for greater good?
A Different Perspective
Extreme contexts may require temporary deviation from the mean.
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