From Xenophon:
“Moderation in all things healthful; total abstinence from all things harmful.”
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From Xenophon:
“Moderation in all things healthful; total abstinence from all things harmful.”
kevinwarstadt.com
Years ago, I wrote a paper on idyllic societies in literature–for example, Shangra-la in Lost Horizon by James Hilton. They were not perfect places populated by perfectly behaving people. Instead their people belived in moderation in all things: enjoy food, but not too much; enjoy work, but also leisure; etc. This is an idea worthy of consideration because we know–for many of us–strict discipline in every aspect of our lives can be impossible to maintain, resulting in our failure in achieving the moral high ground. Seeking balance in every aspect of our lives can result in a life both sober and joyful.
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