I ran across a great quote in a book I just finished, the Greek Tragedy Ajax by Sophocles. The quote is by the eponymous Greek hero, who is second only to Achilles in strength and valor in the Trojan war. His statement addresses how to conduct your life. He says,
"Better all at once to take our chances at living or dying, than be worn away slowly by the dreadful slaughter. . ." (Illiad 15.511 ff)
Not a bad way to live - just go for it. Are you currently being "worn away slowly" by some dreadful slaughter? Listen to Ajax my friend. . .
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