If one does not know to which port one is sailing, no wind is favorable.

Summary

This quote from Seneca suggests that without a clear destination or goal in mind, no external circumstance or opportunity will prove beneficial. It emphasizes the importance of having a specific purpose or direction in life. Without knowing where one wants to go, any opportunity or advantage will be meaningless because it lacks significance or relevance. The quote reminds us that clarity of purpose is essential for making progress and making use of opportunities that come our way.

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