There is moderation even in excess.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Even in extreme situations, some balance or restraint exists.
- In plain terms
- There is always some limit even in excess.
- What can you take from it?
- Excess rarely has no bounds.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where do you see limits in excess?
Another view
Some excesses may appear boundless initially.
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