Missoni's Rufus, a stoic, observes that the pleasure from shameful actions quickly fades, while the shame endures. Conversely, he notes that the effort from doing something hard for good quickly passes, but the good endures. This insight applies to physical challenges, sacrificing for others, or pursuing a meaningful project. The fleeting pleasure from indulgence or giving in to urges pales in comparison to the enduring impact of virtuous actions.

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