If you must break the law, do it to seize power: in all other cases observe it.
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As a rule, men worry more about what they can't see than about what they can.
Interpretation
What this quote means
People often worry more about the unknown than the known aspects of life.
This quote by Julius Caesar highlights a common human tendency to be anxious about uncertainties rather than the realities we are already aware of. It suggests that fear of the unknown can lead to unnecessary worry, and that focusing on what we can see and understand might help alleviate those concerns.
Themes
WorryFearUnknownAnxietyLife
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about overcoming fears, one might use this quote to encourage people to face their uncertainties.
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