On the record44 BC
Let there be only a proper husbanding of strength, and let each man proportion his efforts to his powers.
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Cicero
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gutenberg.orgCicero: “Let there be only a proper husbanding of strength, and let each man proportion his efforts to his powers.”
Editor's note · Context
In his discussion on the challenges of aging, Cicero advises individuals to wisely manage their physical capabilities and align their actions with their personal strengths.
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