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“Everything that rises sets, and everything that grows, grows old.” quote by Sallust
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“Everything that rises sets, and everything that grows, grows old.”

Sallust

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Source Historical Text: De Mortibus Caesarum, 44 BC

All things that ascend eventually decline, and growth inevitably leads to aging.

In simple terms: Rise leads to fall; growth leads to aging.

Key Takeaway

Accept impermanence and plan for change.

Themes

change impermanence growth

Mood

reflective philosophical

Type

historical practical

When to use this quote

  • career
  • relationships
  • societal trends
  • personal development

Key Concepts

entropy life cycle historical cycles

Questions to Reflect On

  • What cycles in your life reflect this?
  • How can you embrace aging positively?
A Different Perspective

Not all declines are negative; some are natural transitions.

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