“Remember that there is nothing stable in human affairs; therefore avoid undue elation in prosperity, or undue depression in adversity.” – Socrates
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"Remember that there is nothing stable in human affairs; therefore avoid undue elation in prosperity, or undue depression in adversity." – Socrates
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