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Do not yield to misfortunes, but advance more boldly to meet them, as your fortune permits you
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"Do not yield to misfortunes, but advance more boldly to meet them, as your fortune permits you"

- Virgil

About this Quote

This quote by Virgil motivates us to remain resistant in the face of difficulty. It is telling us to not be discouraged by bad luck, however to instead take a proactive approach and challenge it head on. It is also suggesting that we need to take into account our own individual situations and resources when doing so. We must not be negligent and handle more than we can manage, however instead use our own fortune to our advantage. This quote is a suggestion that we ought to not be discouraged by misery, but rather utilize it as an opportunity to grow and end up being more powerful. It is a call to action to take control of our own destiny and not be held back by our scenarios. It is a pointer that we must not be afraid to take risks and pursue success, even in the face of hardship.

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Virgil This quote is written / told by Virgil between 70 BC and 19 BC. He was a famous Writer from Rome. The author also have 63 other quotes.

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