Excellence Quote by Xenocrates
“Happiness is the possession of the excellence proper to us, and of the power subservient to it.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: On Happiness, Xenocrates, c. 300 BC
True happiness arises from exercising our unique virtues and the power that follows.
In simple terms: Excellence and its related power bring happiness.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate personal virtues to achieve happiness.
Themes
ethics
virtue
well‑being
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- personal development workshops
- ethical debates
- mindfulness practices
- educational curricula
Key Concepts
ancient philosophy
psychology
self‑actualization
Questions to Reflect On
- What virtues do you consider essential?
- How does power influence your sense of happiness?
A Different Perspective
Virtue may be defined differently across cultures.
