"It is best to rise from life as from a banquet, neither thirsty nor drunken"
- Aristotle
About this Quote
In this quote, Aristotle recommends an ideal method to approach life. He compares life to a banquet, suggesting its richness and abundance of experiences. By advising us to increase from life "neither thirsty nor inebriated," Aristotle encourages moderation and balance. To be "thirsty" implies a constant pursuit or craving for more, which can cause discontentment and unhappiness. Similarly, being "intoxicated" represents catching excess and losing control. Aristotle proposes that the best method to welcome life is to discover contentment and satisfaction, neither wanting more nor indulging excessively. It conveys the importance of leading a life guided by self-discipline and small amounts, eventually leading to a sense of harmony and complete satisfaction.
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