Things alter for the worse spontaneously, if they be not altered for the better designedly.
“تتدهور الأمور تلقائياً نحو الأسوأ، ما لم تُغيّر عمداً نحو الأفضل.”
This reflection by Francis Bacon centers on the nature of human wisdom and its role in human self-mastery and conscious living. Rather than presenting abstract doctrine, the statement calls the reader to examine daily priorities, separate enduring principles from momentary impulses, and cultivate emotional resilience. The enduring value of this insight lies in reconciling internal conviction with deliberate action, providing a practical anchor for maintaining clarity, intentionality, and inner balance amidst life's uncertainties.
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