Everything Quote by Sallust
“Everything that rises sets, and everything that grows, grows old.”
About This Quote
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.
Accept impermanence and plan for change.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- career
- relationships
- societal trends
- personal development
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What cycles in your life reflect this?
- How can you embrace aging positively?
Not all declines are negative; some are natural transitions.