Age Quote by Marcus Aurelius
“Be not disgusted, nor discouraged, nor dissatisfied, if thou dost not succeed in doing everything according to right principles; but when thou bast failed, return back again, and be content if the greater part of what thou doest is consistent with man's nature, and love this to which thou returnest”
About This Quote
Source Meditations, Book 5, circa 180 AD
Failure to meet every ideal is normal; focus on aligning actions with nature and accept partial success with humility.
In simple terms: Accept imperfection, stay true to nature.
Key Takeaway
Align actions with nature, accept imperfections.
Themes
philosophy
resilience
ethics
self‑improvement
stoicism
Mood
thoughtful
steady
inspired
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal setbacks
- career challenges
- moral dilemmas
- learning new skills
- relationship conflicts
Key Concepts
virtue
human nature
acceptance
perseverance
self‑compassion
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define success when standards are high?
- What aspects of nature guide your decisions?
A Different Perspective
Perfection is unattainable; striving for excellence is still valuable.
