The choicest pleasures of life lie within the ring of moderation.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The highest joys come from balance and self-restraint rather than excess.
- In plain terms
- Moderation brings the best pleasures in life.
- What can you take from it?
- Practice self-control to find lasting satisfaction.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where have you gone to far?
- What would balanced look like?
Another view
Some experiences require intensity beyond moderation.
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