As Seneca put it, life does not pause to remind you that it is running out. The only one who can keep you mindful of this is you. (Sarah Bakewell)

As Seneca put it, life does not pause to remind you that it is running out. The only one who can keep you mindful of this is you.

Sarah Bakewell

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