Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero

All pain is either severe or slight, if slight, it is easily endured; if severe, it will without doubt be brief.

All pain is either severe or slight, if slight, it is easily

Summary

This quote suggests that pain can be categorized into two types: severe or slight. If the pain is slight, it is usually bearable and easy to endure. On the other hand, if it is severe, it is implied that the duration of the pain will be short-lived. In essence, the quote suggests that no matter how intense the pain may be, it will eventually subside. This perspective encourages people to endure and persevere through pain, knowing that its intensity will diminish over time.

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By Marcus Tullius Cicero

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