Quote by Aristotle

What it lies in our power to do, it lies in our power not to do.

What it lies in our power to do, it lies in our power not to

Summary

This quote highlights the notion that we have control over both our actions and our inactions. It suggests that we have the ability to make choices and take action, but we also have the power to refrain from doing something. It emphasizes the importance of exercising our personal agency and recognizing that we have the power to decide whether to act or not, and that these choices can have consequences. Ultimately, it serves as a reminder of the choice and responsibility we have in shaping our own lives.

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Discipline

By Aristotle

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