Good resolution is of no avail as long as...what?

Good resolution is of no avail as long as the contrary affections that emerged at birth have not wearied themselves out. The physical components are subject to forces not your own ; they pale and decay under the control of the fleshy senses—always, everywhere. How could you therefore control tha body? Maintain equanimity to the joys and sorrows of this life, which, pre-ordained as they are, must needs be tolerated.