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In my youth I stressed freedom, and in my old age I stress order. I have made the great discovery that liberty is a prod
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"In my youth I stressed freedom, and in my old age I stress order. I have made the great discovery that liberty is a product of order"

- Will Durant

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Will Durant's quote speaks with the significance of balance in life. He recommends that in his youth, he positioned a greater emphasis on freedom, but as he has actually grown older, he has come to understand the importance of order. He has recognized that true freedom is only possible when there is order. This is since order supplies structure and stability, which permits individuals to feel secure and safe. Without order, chaos and confusion can rule, leading to a lack of freedom. Durant's quote is a reminder that both flexibility and order are essential for a healthy and well balanced life. He encourages us to strive for a balance in between the two, as it is just then that true liberty can be achieved.

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Will Durant This quote is written / told by Will Durant between November 5, 1885 and November 7, 1981. He was a famous Historian from USA. The author also have 34 other quotes.

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