Quote by Epictetus

One that desires to excel should endeavor in those things that are in themselves most excellent.

One that desires to excel should endeavor in those things th

Summary

This quote suggests that if one wants to achieve greatness or stand out, they should focus their efforts on activities or pursuits that are inherently exceptional or of high quality. Instead of settling for mediocrity or pursuing average endeavors, the quote emphasizes the importance of choosing endeavors that are inherently excellent in order to truly excel and reach one's full potential.

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