Advantage Quote by Robert Dodsley
“The wise maketh every thing the means of advantage; and with the same countenance beholdeth he all the faces of fortune: he governeth the good, he conquereth the evil; he is unmov'd in all. Presume not in prosperity, neither despair thou in adversity.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Wise Man” by Robert Dodsley, 1740
Wisdom lies in treating all circumstances as opportunities, staying composed, and avoiding extremes of pride or despair.
In simple terms: Treat every situation as a chance; stay steady.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate balanced resilience.
Themes
wisdom
resilience
moderation
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career
- crisis
- relationships
- financial markets
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you stay calm in success?
- What steadies you in hardship?
A Different Perspective
Over‑optimism can blind judgment.
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