This will not do,' he said to himself. 'If I go on like…
““This will not do,' he said to himself. 'If I go on like this I shall become a crazy fool. This must stop! I promised the doctor I would not take tea. Faith, he was pretty right! My nerves must have been getting in a queer state. Funny I did not notice it. I never felt better in my life. However it is all right now, and I shall not be such a fool again.' Then he mixed himself a good stiff glass of brandy and water and resolutely sat down to his work.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The narrator recognizes self‑destructive habits, vows to quit, but ultimately succumbs to a comforting vice, highlighting the struggle between intention and temptation.
In simple terms: Attempts to quit a habit fail, leading to a new indulgence.
Key Takeaway
A realistic, be and and.
Themes
self‑control
addiction
inner conflict
Mood
candid
reflective
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- stress management
- habit change
- writing process
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
psychology
behavioral economics
literature
Questions to Reflect On
- What strategies could replace the harmful habit?
- How does self‑justification affect progress?
A Different Perspective
It may normalize relapse without offering solutions.