The Improvement of the Soul – Quote by Leo Tolstoi

„People involve themselves in countless activities which they consider to be important, but they forget about one activity which is more important and necessary than any other, and which includes all other things: the improvement of their soul“

Leo TolstoiLeo Tolstoy reminds us that improving the soul is more important than any other activity and encompasses every area of life.
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Russian writer, thinker, and philosopher, known for his critical social analysis.

This philosophical quote by Leo Tolstoi places inner development and the care of one’s soul at the center of life.


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The Improvement of the Soul quote by Leo Tolstoi

Leo Tolstoy (1828–1910) was a Russian writer, philosopher, and social reformer, famous for his novels like "War and Peace" and "Anna Karenina." He also engaged politically and ethically, rejecting violence and advocating for pacifism.

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"If you want to improve, be content to be thought foolish and stupid with regard to external things. Don't wish to be thought to know anything; and even if you appear to be somebody important to others, distrust yourself. For, it is difficult to both keep your faculty of choice in a state conformable to nature, and at the same time acquire external things. But while you are careful about the one, you must of necessity neglect the other" Epiktet
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"Now is the time to get serious about living your ideals. How long can you afford to put off who you really want to be? Your nobler self cannot wait any longer. Put your principles into practice – now. Stop the excuses and the procrastination. This is your life! You aren’t a child anymore. The sooner you set yourself to your spiritual program, the happier you will be. The longer you wait, the more you’ll be vulnerable to mediocrity and feel filled with shame and regret, because you know you are capable of better. From this instant on, vow to stop disappointing yourself. Separate yourself from the mob. Decide to be extraordinary and do what you need to do – now." Epiktet
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