To feed men and not to love them is to treat them as if they were barnyard cattle. To love them and not respect them is to treat them as if they were household pets.
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Only when a man will not do some things is he capable of doing great things.
Interpretation
What this quote means
One must often forgo lesser desires to achieve greater accomplishments.
This quote by Mencius emphasizes the importance of prioritization and discipline in achieving greatness. It suggests that true potential is unlocked when an individual makes conscious choices to avoid distractions and focus on what truly matters for their success.
Themes
DisciplineGreatnessPrioritizationSuccessFocus
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about achieving one's dreams.
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