"If fortune favors you do not be elated; if she frowns do not despond"
- Ausonius
About this Quote
This quote by Ausonius is a reminder to not let external scenarios dictate our emotions. The principle of fortune, or luck, is often seen as an identifying factor in our lives. However, Ausonius prompts us to not let it affect our state of mind. If fortune occurs to be in our favor, we must not become extremely proud or arrogant. Likewise, if fortune is not on our side, we ought to not become prevented or hopeless. Instead, we should remain level-headed and not let our feelings be swayed by external forces. This quote works as a reminder to preserve a well balanced and stable state of mind, despite the ups and downs of life.
"There is a tide in the affairs of men, Which taken at the flood, leads on to fortune. Omitted, all the voyage of their life is bound in shallows and in miseries. On such a full sea are we now afloat. And we must take the current when it serves, or lose our ventures"
"Though nature be ever so generous, yet can she not make a hero alone. Fortune must contribute her part too; and till both concur, the work cannot be perfected"
