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“It is a wise mans part, rather to avoid sickness, than to wish for medicines.” quote by Thomas More
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“It is a wise mans part, rather to avoid sickness, than to wish for medicines.”

Thomas More

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Source Treatise: Utopia, 1516

Prioritizing prevention is smarter than relying on cures after illness occurs.

In simple terms: Prevent illness instead of hoping for medicine.

Key Takeaway

Focus on health habits.

Themes

prevention health wisdom

Mood

thoughtful pragmatic

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • daily hygiene
  • vaccination
  • nutrition
  • exercise

Key Concepts

preventive medicine risk management

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you strengthen preventive habits?
  • What barriers stop you from staying healthy?
A Different Perspective

Prevention can be costly and not always feasible.

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