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If the quickness of the mind and the fluency of the tongue are too punctilious and sharp, moderate them in your activity
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"If the quickness of the mind and the fluency of the tongue are too punctilious and sharp, moderate them in your activity and rest"

- Xun Kuang

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This quote by Xun Zi encourages people to keep balance and small amounts in their usage of their intellectual and communication capabilities. If one's mind is constantly racing and their speech is overly significant, they ought to take care to temper these qualities in both their actions and their moments of repose. The ramification is that extreme psychological and spoken activity can be taxing on one's general wellness, and a more measured approach is a good idea.

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Xun Kuang This quote is written / told by Xun Kuang between 310 BC and 237 BC. He was a famous Philosopher from China. The author also have 32 other quotes.

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