The force of the blow depends on the resistance. It is sometimes better not to struggle against temptation. Either fly or yield at once.

Summary

This quote suggests that the impact of a challenging situation depends on how much we resist it. Sometimes, it is wiser to not engage in a struggle with temptation. It advises us to make a quick decision - either try to remove ourselves from the situation entirely (fly) or give in and accept the circumstances (yield) rather than prolonging the struggle and facing a potentially harsher outcome.

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