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“From nothing else but the brain come joys, delights, laughter and sports, and sorrows, griefs, despondency, and lamentations” quote by Hippocrates
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“From nothing else but the brain come joys, delights, laughter and sports, and sorrows, griefs, despondency, and lamentations”

Hippocrates

About This Quote

Source Treat: De Medicina by Hippocrates, c. 400 BC

The mind generates both pleasure and pain, shaping human experience.

In simple terms: The brain creates joy and sorrow.

Key Takeaway

Recognize mental influence on emotions.

Themes

psychology human nature emotion

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • mental health
  • creative work
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

cognitive processes dualism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does your mindset affect your daily mood?
  • Can you separate mental and physical sources of suffering?
A Different Perspective

Mind alone cannot control external events.

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