What does the quote "nothing in excess" (socrates) mean?

Question

What does the quote "nothing in excess" (socrates) mean?

Answer 1

I think it eludes to the idea that any one thing out of balance with the rest creates disorder. This can be applied to your own life - such as using things in moderation, including practices and behaviors. Or it can be applied to societal measures, such as dissident factions, etc.

Answer 2

It means "don't overdo it."  We have another similar saying:  too much of a good thing.  And that usually means it's no longer such a good thing.  Alcohol is great, but too much makes us drunk and careless.  Food is great, but too much makes us sick, and eventually obese.  And so on.  A good piece of advice, and like a lot of advice, sometimes hard to follow.

Answer 3

Moderation