--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Some there are that torment themselves…" description: "\"Some there are that torment themselves afresh with the memory of what is past; others, again, afflict themselves with the apprehension of evils to come..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/6be/seneca-the-younger-219_apprehension_some-there-are-that-torment-themselves-a_1416901.jpg" --- # Some there are that torment themselves afresh with the… ![“Some there are that torment themselves afresh with the memory of what is past; others, again, afflict themselves with the apprehension of evils to come; and very ridiculously both - for the one does not now concern us, and the other not yet ... One should count each day as a separate life.” quote by Seneca the Younger](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/6be/seneca-the-younger-219_apprehension_some-there-are-that-torment-themselves-a_1416901.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/6be/seneca-the-younger-219_apprehension_some-there-are-that-torment-themselves-a_1416901.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/6be/seneca-the-younger-219_apprehension_some-there-are-that-torment-themselves-a_1416901.jpg) > “Some there are that torment themselves afresh with the memory of what is past; others, again, afflict themselves with the apprehension of evils to come; and very ridiculously both - for the one does not now concern us, and the other not yet ... One should count each day as a separate life.” [Seneca the Younger](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/seneca-the-younger/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Reflects on past and future anxieties, urging living each day as a distinct life. **In simple terms:** Live each day fully. Key Takeaway Treat each day as a new life. Themes mindfulness philosophy time Mood reflective thoughtful Type philosophical inspirational When to use this quote - daily planning - stress management - personal growth - health routines Key Concepts Stoicism temporal perspective Questions to Reflect On - What does a “separate life” mean to you? - How can you practice daily mindfulness? 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