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Seneca Quotes

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Seneca Quotes:

"Associate with people who are likely to improve you." -Seneca Quotes

"Until we have began to go without them, we fail to realise how unnecessary many things are. We've been using them not because we needed them but because we had them." - Seneca Quotes

"No man was ever wise by chance." - Seneca

"We suffer more often in imagination than in reality." - Seneca Quotes

"Hang on to your youthful enthusiasms- you'll be able to use them better when you're older." - Seneca

 

What’s Up With Pooj?

Some of you may be wondering why I decided to take a sudden break from blogging. And to that I say, well that’s a nosy question… Lol just kidding of course. I would never judge someone for being nosy being as I am lol. The truth is, my mum had been in the hospital and so I had to take on more of the cooking/housework. She’s back now and recovering but it’s still a lot more responsibility on our end which is why I thought it would be best to take a break for a bit. However, I’m back and hope to start blogging regularly again!

I really missed interacting with everyone here and I’m glad to be back. I have quite a few posts ready to share but I will let you know in advance that I will still probably not be posting as regularly just yet because I still have a lot more responsibilities I need to prioritise.

Oh and I hope you enjoyed these Seneca quotes, these are the ones that have really stood out to me.

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82 responses to “Seneca Quotes”

  1. John Avatar
    John

    Welcome back, Pooja, I am glad that your mum is home! 🙏🏻 There is much truth in those quotes. Seneca is also the name of an American Indian Tribe in the US. Be well!

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thanks so much and that’s interesting, I didn’t know that!

      Reply
      1. John Avatar
        John

        ☺️☺️☺️

        Reply
  2. L.G. Avatar
    L.G.

    Great post, no man was ever wise by chance, Great Seneca quote

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thanks so much, that’s a really good quote for sure.

      Reply
  3. thomasstigwikman Avatar
    thomasstigwikman

    I am so sorry about your mom but I am glad she is back home. I loved the Seneca quote. My favorite was “No man was every wise by chance.” Failures, regrets, life throwing you curve balls, struggles, learning from others and from books, can make you grow.

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thanks so much and yeah she’s back home and recovering well so far. Absolutely, that’s one of my favourite quotes from him too. It definitely takes a lot to grow as a person and often takes a lot of conscious effort.

      Reply
  4. ianscyberspace Avatar
    ianscyberspace

    Glad to see your mother has recovered and yes the quotes were excellent.

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thanks so much and glad you enjoyed the Seneca quotes.

      Reply
  5. Geoff Stamper Avatar
    Geoff Stamper

    Good news that your mom is on the mend. Seneca was a wise man. Your selection of quotes represented him well

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thanks so much and yes he was.

      Reply
  6. Shaunelius Sterns Avatar
    Shaunelius Sterns

    I agree. Thanks for sharing. Have a great week.

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thanks so much and have a great week too.

      Reply
  7. Lokesh Avatar
    Lokesh

    A very important quote in the present times, it’s relevant

    Thank you for sharing, Pooja!

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thank you so much and happy to share the quotes!

      Reply
      1. Lokesh Avatar
        Lokesh

        In the morning I was in such rush that I read only the first quote. Because of the larger image size I thought the post contains single quote, and didn’t scroll down.

        I hope your mother gets better. I wish her good health. Actually my mother is also facing physical weakness, mental stress and other problems.

        Like you I do cook in the evenings, sometimes. It’s difficult to call a home a live home if we separate our interests; at home we share what we have with other members.

        Do take care of yourself as well. Life becomes hard sometimes. Be kind to yourself and others. Don’t overthink, don’t worry unnecessarily.

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        1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
          P. J. Gudka

          Ooh okay no worries and she’s thankfully better no. So sorry to hear your mum is struggling right now too, wishing her the best and hope she recovers soon. Take care of yourself too.

          Reply
  8. Joseph Glidden Avatar
    Joseph Glidden

    I love the quotes. We suffer more in imagination is my favorite. Hope your Mom is feeling better. Glad you didn’t drop your phone in your cooking :). One of my house renovation projects is done and I am hoping to get another one complete by the end of the week, so I can get back to creative things.

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Same here, that’s probably my favourite Seneca quote and has helped ease so much of my anxiety. She’s already doing much better which we’re happy about. Lol I did drop my phone on my face yesterday though haha.
      Oh nice, that’s great. Hope all goes well with the next renovation project.

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      1. Joseph Glidden Avatar
        Joseph Glidden

        You should never protect your phone with your face, lol. Hope you didn’t get a bruise or anything.

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        1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
          P. J. Gudka

          Lol I learnt that lesson the hard way. No thankfully no bruises, just an ouch haha.

          Reply
  9. shivatje Avatar
    shivatje

    🙏🌹

    Aum Shanti

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      🙏🙏

      Reply
  10. Stephanie Avatar
    Stephanie

    Glad you mother is healing well. It’s great that you are there to support her recovery. I love the “No man was ever wise by chance” quote. Makes me ponder. 🙂 Beyonce and Dolly colab? When did that happen? I only recently saw Dolly collaborating with Motley Crue. @@

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    1. Stephanie Avatar
      Stephanie

      *your

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    2. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thanks so much. Yeah I just came across the song because it was trending on TikTok but had no idea they had a collab.

      Reply
  11. singlikewildflowers Avatar
    singlikewildflowers

    It’s wonderful that you’ve been helping out while your mother is recovering!! You must be a great source of strength for her. Happy to hear your mother is healing.

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thanks so much!

      Reply
  12. katiemiafrederick Avatar
    katiemiafrederick

    SMiLes Dear Pooja A Part that Makes
    Seneca Really Great is We Have Enough
    Of His Historical Writings of Wisdom to Reasonably

    Have Evidence
    He is A Real Man

    Interesting How Many Of
    His Writings Have Analogies

    in World Religions and Other
    Literature that Humans Create
    Throughout History Yet the Human

    Condition is Slow in Classical Evolution

    And Fast for the Ever Changing Language
    and Tools of Culture And Tradition at Best

    We Learn to
    Critically
    Think
    And Feel
    And Sense
    to Filter through
    Whatever BS we may
    Have Been Spoon Fed From
    Birth and ACross Our Ages More
    for the Changing ‘Matrix’ We Are in
    Some Ways Prisoner to Escape Yet at core

    How Wonderful
    It is to Have
    Extended
    Family
    And FRiEnDS
    To Lift Us Up When Need
    Be Your Loyalty to Your Loved
    Ones in taking time away from

    What You Do in Life is Human Indeed
    True We Need More Human As Seneca
    Wisely Mused Wherever there is a Human

    There is Opportunity for Kindness and Growth
    Of Real Human Organic Soul to Spread Loving Intent

    at
    best
    Peacefully
    With SMiLes..:)

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Yeah, unfortunately we’re conditioned from a young age and in my opinion breaking free of that is a major way to have a good life. Thanks so much for the lovely comment!

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      1. katiemiafrederick Avatar
        katiemiafrederick

        Always A Pleasure
        Thanks So Much
        For Your Inspiring Post☺️🙌

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        1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
          P. J. Gudka

          You’re most welcome, happy to share the quotes since they inspired me too 😊

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          1. katiemiafrederick Avatar
            katiemiafrederick

            ☺️🎶🙌

            Reply
  13. writinstuff Avatar
    writinstuff

    So glad to hear your mom is doing better! Love all the quotes but the one that resonates with me is about my anxiety: “We suffer more often in imagination than in reality.” It’s something I often tell myself when I’m about to step outside of my comfort zone.

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thanks so much! That’s my favourite Seneca quote too, I’ve gotten into a habit of thinking about it every time I feel myself freaking out and it’s really helped.

      Reply
  14. SHALOM JAPHET Avatar
    SHALOM JAPHET

    I was honestly thrilled to see your new blog post notification on my phone 😂☺️welcome back…and I wish your mom speedy recovery. ❤️

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Aw thank you so much 😊❤️

      Reply
  15. Sadje Avatar
    Sadje

    Wishing God health and recovery for your mom Pooja. Take care. Lovely quotes.

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thanks so much, really appreciate it.

      Reply
      1. Sadje Avatar
        Sadje

        You’re welcome my dear friend

        Reply
  16. Bookstooge Avatar
    Bookstooge

    Dealing with family sickness or hurt is always tough, mainly because there is very little “you” can actually do to make it better. I am glad to hear that you stepped up and started taking over some of her responsibilities though.
    I also hope that you can establish a new normal very soon.

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Yeah, I think that’s one of the most difficult things not being able to do much to make it better. Thanks so much, things should be back to normal in a month or two which I am looking forward to.

      Reply
  17. Eugi Avatar
    Eugi

    I am sorry to hear about your mum, and glad she is home. I enjoyed the quotes, especially the last one. Welcome back, Pooja!

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thanks so much, she’s doing much better now. Glad you enjoyed the quotes! 😊

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      1. Eugi Avatar
        Eugi

        You’re welcome, Pooja.

        Reply
  18. Midna Twili Avatar
    Midna Twili

    I will be praying for your mum. My family is tent camping this weekend. Glad your back!

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thanks so much! Ooh wow that sounds like a lot of fun.

      Reply
  19. .Killa. Avatar
    .Killa.

    Glad you are back Pooj 🙌😆.

    I am sorry to learn about your mum; I know she means everything to you and her condition must have been very worrying. I wish her a complete recovery and I extend all of my best wishes to you both 🤗🤗. I haven’t properly checked out the Seneca quotes yet but I sure will 👍👍😆

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thank you ☺️ Yes, it was quite stressful but I’m glad she’s slowly but surely recovering 🤗

      Reply
      1. .Killa. Avatar
        .Killa.

        You are welcome PJ 🙌🥰; yes I definitely understand that and it’s so good that your mum is recovering and that you are with her every step of the way my friend 💌🙏😇🥰

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        1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
          P. J. Gudka

          ☺️💕🙏

          Reply
  20. Lauren Scott, Author Avatar
    Lauren Scott, Author

    Welcome back, Pooja, and I hope your mom is doing better. I love all the quotes; they’re profound in their own unique way. Take care! 💕

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thanks so much and she is! Glad you enjoyed the quotes 💕

      Reply
  21. Christopher Hall Avatar
    Christopher Hall

    I’ve definitely missed your presence here! So I’m selfishly glad you’re back. But most importantly, I’m glad to hear your mum is doing better and recovering so far! And I would say quotes three and four are my favorite quotes from all of these.

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Aw thank you so much! So glad you enjoyed the quotes and I think for me the fourth one is my absolute fav.

      Reply
  22. Benjamin Nambu Avatar
    Benjamin Nambu

    Sorry to hear about your mom’s illness. Good to hear from you after a while. Speedy recovery to your mom and hope everything works out well for you

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thanks so much, she’s doing better now.

      Reply
  23. Mary K. Doyle Avatar
    Mary K. Doyle

    These are all great quotes, Pooja. Hugs to you, Sweet Lady.

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thanks so much, hugs.

      Reply
  24. Michele Lee Avatar
    Michele Lee

    Glad your mom is recovering and wonderful quotes you’ve shared. Life can wait. You’re a loving daughter. 💕

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thank you so much. Yeah, she’s done so much for me I’m happy to help her in her hour 💕

      Reply
      1. Michele Lee Avatar
        Michele Lee

        You’re so welcome and what a dear you are. 💝

        Reply
        1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
          P. J. Gudka

          😊💗

          Reply
  25. Opher Avatar
    Opher

    Hope your Mum is OK! Best wishes. Very good quotes. Putting them into practice is the difficulty.

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      She’s much better now, thank you!

      Reply
  26. clcouch123 Avatar
    clcouch123

    Goodness, the quotations from Seneca, though ancient, come across as fresh as they are useful. Wisdom not by chance–that’s prudent. We should seek it. I’m sorry to hear about your mom and glad she’s better. I hope equilibrium in the home returns as she improves. WordPress let me now that you recommended my blog–thank you so much! I feel I’ve been dashing off lines while dealing with my own unhealthy situaton, which is environmental. I don’t know where the mold and mildew came from, but it’s been hard I guess especially with heart disease already challenging the function of my lungs. As you continue to be preoccupied, don’t feel the need to respond here. Feel free to take an easy breath instead.

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      I felt the same way reading them, so much wisdom in the quotes and still so relevant.
      Thanks so much. So sorry you’ve been struggling with your health too. I did read that on one of your posts as well. I hope things get better, that sounds very painful.

      Reply
  27. A & J PEI Treasures/E Jean Simpson, BEd, BA, MA Avatar
    A & J PEI Treasures/E Jean Simpson, BEd, BA, MA

    Sorry to hear your mother was ill. Glad she is recovering. Interesting sayings.

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thank you so much.

      Reply
  28. Steve Avatar
    Steve

    Welcome back, Pooja, and I hope your mom recovers well. The quotes are all great; hard to choose one over the rest.

    As for music, I seem to be gravitating to a lot of ’80s stuff though I try to be pretty diverse in what I blog about. Life has been busy with family who were in from the UK and staying with us, then a new grandbaby, and close friends who moved, and my sweety’s dear friend’s husband died after a lengthy illness, so life has been full!

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thanks so much! Oh okay, that’s really interesting. I do quite like some songs from the 80’s so I look forward to more posts about the songs you’re listening too. Wow, that does sound busy and so sorry for the loss.

      Reply
  29. Milena Alien Avatar
    Milena Alien

    Hey Pooj,
    I love the quote about suffering , it’s for sure is in my head. I’m grateful for this insight from Seneca.
    Last week I worked and this week I’m working as well. Something I wanted to share from my recent news is my sister has just got back from the hospital. She went to Costa Rica with her boyfriend and was attached by an alligator. She is recovering quickly but this was a very unexpected accident. As my students would put it, I’m shook

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      I love that quote too, it’s a good reminder to control our thoughts.
      Oh no, that’s so awful. I can’t believe that happened to her. Glad to hear she’s recovering but I’m sure it was very shocking.

      Reply
      1. Milena Alien Avatar
        Milena Alien

        I’m glad your mom is doing well

        Reply
  30. Janice Reid Avatar
    Janice Reid

    Great quotes!!

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thanks, glad you enjoyed them!

      Reply
  31. Pennize Pics Avatar
    Pennize Pics

    Hope your mom is doing better now. I really like the first quote about hanging with the people who will help you improve. It is true that when you hang with those people, better things will happen. And thank you for the recommendation Pooj. Most appreciated.

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      She’s much better now, thank you. Absolutely agree, the company you keep makes a difference.

      Reply
  32. Tamara Kulish from https://tamarakulish.com/ Avatar
    Tamara Kulish from https://tamarakulish.com/

    Love the Seneca quotes, they’re such good tidbits to chew on. Glad that your mum is doing better! That must be a relief!

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Glad you enjoyed them and yes very much so, I’m so glad she’s recovering well!

      Reply
  33. Dawn Avatar
    Dawn

    Welcome back, Pooja! I hope your mom is healing well. The imagination quote struck me the most.

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    1. P. J. Gudka Avatar
      P. J. Gudka

      Thanks so much, that’s my favourite Seneca quote and it just makes so much sense (at least to me)!

      Reply

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