About This Quote
Reflect that nothing merits admiration except thespirit, the impressiveness of which prevents it from being impressed by anything. This quote is thought to be a quote from Plato. It is a brief statement about the importance of having a strong spirit and not being impressed by anything to such an extent that it affects your ability to function properly.
Source: Letters From A Stoic
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