Quote by Aristotle

We become just by performing just actions, temperate by performing temperate actions, brave by performing brave actions.

We become just by performing just actions, temperate by perf

Summary

This quote suggests that our actions define who we are. In order to possess qualities such as justice, temperance, and bravery, we must actively engage in corresponding actions. It implies that personal growth and development are not innate, but rather results of conscious choices and consistent behaviors. By consistently embodying these qualities through our actions, we cultivate and reinforce them within ourselves, ultimately shaping our character and becoming individuals who embody these virtues.

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