On true and false friendship
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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.
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In like manner you should rebuke these two kinds of men,—both those who always lack repose, and those who are always in repose.
For love of bustle is not industry,—it is only the restlessness of a hunted mind.
And true repose does not consist in condemning all motion as merely vexation; that kind of repose is slackness and inertia.
Book: Moral Letters Vol I
Subtitle: Seneca's timeless letters of advice and wisdom.
Author: Seneca
Chapter: On true and false friendship
Location: Chapter 3, Section 5
Content:
5.
In like manner you should rebuke these two kinds of men,—both those who always lack repose, and those who are always in repose.
For love of bustle is not industry,—it is only the restlessness of a hunted mind.
And true repose does not consist in condemning all motion as merely vexation; that kind of repose is slackness and inertia.