On pleasure and joy
59:13
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.
13.
Let us also act in the same way.
Each man, according to his lot in life, is stultified by flattery.
We should say to him who flatters us: “You call me a man of sense, but I understand how many of the things which I crave are useless, and how many of the things which I desire will do me harm.
I have not even the knowledge, which satiety teaches to animals, of what should be the measure of my food or my drink.
I do not yet know how much I can hold.”
Book: Moral Letters Vol I
Subtitle: Seneca's timeless letters of advice and wisdom.
Author: Seneca
Chapter: On pleasure and joy
Location: Chapter 59, Section 13
Content:
13.
Let us also act in the same way.
Each man, according to his lot in life, is stultified by flattery.
We should say to him who flatters us: “You call me a man of sense, but I understand how many of the things which I crave are useless, and how many of the things which I desire will do me harm.
I have not even the knowledge, which satiety teaches to animals, of what should be the measure of my food or my drink.
I do not yet know how much I can hold.”