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“Few of us have vitality enough to make any of our instincts imperious.” quote by George Bernard Shaw
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“Few of us have vitality enough to make any of our instincts imperious.”

George Bernard Shaw

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Few possess the vigor to let instinct dominate, as instinct is often suppressed by rational constraints.

In simple terms: Instinct is rarely dominant.

Key Takeaway

Listen to instinct.

Themes

human nature motivation psychology

Mood

provocative energetic

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • sports
  • art
  • leadership
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

instinctual drive self‑actualization

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is instinct beneficial?
  • How to balance instinct and reason?
A Different Perspective

Instinct may conflict with ethics.

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