Acting Quote by Allen W. Wood
“Virtues consist not only of acting in certain ways, but in ways of caring and feeling.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Virtue Ethics: A Contemporary Introduction, 2008
Virtues involve both actions and the underlying caring attitudes and emotions that give those actions moral weight.
In simple terms: Virtues are about actions and feelings.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate caring attitudes alongside right actions.
Themes
ethics
character
emotion
morality
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal development
- leadership
- conflict resolution
- community service
Key Concepts
virtue theory
emotional intelligence
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you align your feelings with your actions?
- What caring attitudes do you value most?
A Different Perspective
Virtues alone may not guarantee ethical outcomes without context.
