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“A bitter and perplexed "What shall I do?" Is worse to man than worse necessity.” quote by Samuel Taylor Coleridge
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“A bitter and perplexed "What shall I do?" Is worse to man than worse necessity.”

Samuel Taylor Coleridge

About This Quote

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

Human anxiety about choices can feel more oppressive than the actual necessity itself.

In simple terms: Worrying about what to do can be worse than the need.

Key Takeaway

Accept uncertainty and act despite fear.

Themes

anxiety choice necessity

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • career decisions
  • moral dilemmas
  • daily planning

Key Concepts

existentialism human condition

Questions to Reflect On

  • What decisions do you over‑analyze?
  • Can embracing uncertainty reduce stress?
A Different Perspective

Over‑thinking can paralyze action.

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