Age Quote by Plato
“He who is of calm and happy nature will hardly feel the pressure of age, but to him who is of an opposite disposition youth and age are equally a burden.”
About This Quote
Source Dialogue: Phaedrus, 370 BC
A calm, content disposition lessens life's pressures, while a restless nature makes both youth and age burdensome.
In simple terms: Calmness eases life; restlessness burdens it.
Cultivate calm to reduce stress.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- workplace
- personal relationships
- life transitions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What habits foster inner calm?
- How does temperament affect aging?
Not everyone can easily achieve calm.