“The power of a man is his present means to obtain some future apparent good.”
— Thomas Hobbes
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Simplified Meaning:
A person's strength or ability lies in how they can use what they have now to achieve something good in the future. For example, if you want to be healthy, the tools you have today – like time, access to healthy food, and willingness to exercise – are what you will use to reach that goal. Consider a student who dreams of becoming a doctor. The student’s current resources, such as studying hard, finding good teachers, and dedicating time to their education, are their means to achieve that dream. In life, using what you have today, like skills, opportunities, or relationships, helps you reach a better tomorrow. So, to improve your future, think about what you can do right now with what you have.
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