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“If desire did not dim the brain, nobody would ever get married, drunk, or fat. ~Val” quote by Orson Scott Card
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“If desire did not dim the brain, nobody would ever get married, drunk, or fat. ~Val”

Orson Scott Card

About This Quote

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

Desire clouds judgment, leading to excesses like marriage, drunkenness, or obesity.

In simple terms: Desire impairs judgment.

Key Takeaway

Control desire.

Themes

desire impairment excess

Mood

cautious thoughtful

Type

philosophical psychological

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • health
  • personal finance

Key Concepts

self‑control psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance desire and restraint?
  • What desires improve your life?
A Different Perspective

Desire can also motivate positive goals.

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