« First say to yourself what you would be ; and then do what you have to do. »
Epictetus (Greek Stoic philosopher)
Is it not only a quote for me, I always try to practise this and it really help to correctly define what you want before acting. It seems so simple, that most of the time, we just don’t do it. Some people just read the first part of the quote and say « I don’t believe in the magic thought » , neither I, because is it not about it at all. Go ahead and read the rest, because just thinking, hoping without acting is just a waste of time.
Dear cibi, I’ll never forget those words you wrote to me and how I was so angry after you but you were right sweetie. I still have your word in my pocket « you might achieve what you thought you wanted, or what all of your friends want, and suddenly realize that it doesn’t satisfy you. In order to make sure you’re going the right direction for you, it’s important to figure out what you want from your life, to find your definition of a beautiful life. »
Glad to see that you finally found your own direction dear friend.
thank god I did but I work hard for it cibi
keep going sweetie
Excellent quote Grace. If you can answer this you know how to use what you don’t want to get what you do want. The difficulty is to distinguish fantasy from dreams that can come true.
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