Be brave Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero
“No man can be brave who thinks pain the greatest evil; nor temperate, who considers pleasure the highest good.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: De Finibus Bonorum et Malorum, 45 BC
True virtue balances pain and pleasure, avoiding extremes of self‑denial or hedonism.
In simple terms: Balance pain and pleasure for virtue.
Key Takeaway
Seek moderation, not excess.
Themes
ethics
philosophy
self‑control
Mood
reflective
calm
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal decision‑making
- leadership
- health habits
Key Concepts
stoicism
virtue ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you find balance in desire?
- What habits help you moderate excess?
A Different Perspective
Human nature often leans to extremes.
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