Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero

Six mistakes mankind keeps making century after century:Believing that personal gain is made by crushing others;Worrying about things that cannot be changed or corrected;Insisting that a thing is impossible because we cannot accomplish it;Refusing to set aside trivial preferences;Neglecting development and refinement of the mind;Attempting to compel others to believe and live as we do.

Six mistakes mankind keeps making century after century:Beli

Summary

This quote highlights six recurring mistakes made by mankind throughout history. It emphasizes the folly of believing that personal success is achieved by harming or defeating others. It also criticizes the futile act of worrying about matters that are beyond our control or incapable of being rectified. The quote discourages the notion that something is deemed impossible merely because we haven't accomplished it yet. It also advises against fixating on insignificant preferences that hinder personal growth and intellectual advancement. Lastly, it warns against trying to impose our own beliefs and lifestyles onto others, emphasizing the importance of respecting diversity and individual autonomy.

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By Marcus Tullius Cicero

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