Just as a plant withers without proper care, so does our willpower when we give in to excessive pleasure.

Seneca isn't telling us to never enjoy life, but rather to be mindful of indulgences that can sap our strength and cloud our judgment. It’s about finding balance.

Have you ever noticed how a day spent lounging and binge-watching TV can leave you feeling lethargic and less motivated? That's the weakness Seneca is speaking of. When we routinely cave to comfort and pleasure, we train our soul to crave ease over effort, and this makes tackling life's challenges much harder.

Each time you choose short-term pleasure over what’s beneficial in the long run, you're making a trade. It's a trade of future strength for immediate gratification. Imagine how different your life might be if you consistently chose action over leisure, progress over stagnation.

The next time you’re tempted to default to what’s easy, ask yourself, "Is this feeding my strength or fueling my weakness?" Your greatest undertakings deserve a sturdy foundation, not one eroded by fleeting pleasures. Remember, a steady and vigorous spirit is cultivated by resisting the siren call of immediate comfort.

That's how resilience is built, and how you'll find the energy to accomplish what truly matters to you.