On worldliness and retirement
19:7
Book Subtitle: Seneca's timeless letters of advice and wisdom.
Book Description: Full of insight and wisdom, Seneca's letters are a Stoic treasure. They've influenced famous philosophers, leaders, and students over the centuries. Each letter can be read on its own. By reading this volume you'll absorb the thoughts of a thoughtful Stoic aimed at living well.
7.
If you retreat to privacy, everything will be on a smaller scale, but you will be satisfied abundantly; in your present condition, however, there is no satisfaction in the plenty which is heaped upon you on all sides.
Would you rather be poor and sated, or rich and hungry?
Prosperity is not only greedy, but it also lies exposed to the greed of others.
And as long as nothing satisfies you, you yourself cannot satisfy others.
Book: Moral Letters Vol I
Subtitle: Seneca's timeless letters of advice and wisdom.
Author: Seneca
Chapter: On worldliness and retirement
Location: Chapter 19, Section 7
Content:
7.
If you retreat to privacy, everything will be on a smaller scale, but you will be satisfied abundantly; in your present condition, however, there is no satisfaction in the plenty which is heaped upon you on all sides.
Would you rather be poor and sated, or rich and hungry?
Prosperity is not only greedy, but it also lies exposed to the greed of others.
And as long as nothing satisfies you, you yourself cannot satisfy others.