Constant Quote by Richard Steele
“Since we cannot promise our selves constant health, let us endeavour at such temper as may be our best support in the decay of it.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Spectator”, 1711
Since health is uncertain, cultivate a temperance that supports well‑being as it declines.
In simple terms: Cultivate temperance for declining health.
Practice moderation to aid aging.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- elder care planning
- dietary habits
- stress management
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What habits can sustain health later?
- How does temperance affect mental resilience?
May seem fatalistic to some.