Quote by Marcus Aurelius
The wise man sees in the misfortune of others what he should avoid

The wise man sees in the misfortune of others what he should avoid. – Marcus Aurelius

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Because your own strength is unequal to the task, do not assume that it is beyond the powers of man but if anything is within the powers and province of man, believe that it is within your own compass also. – Marcus Aurelius

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