Instinct Quote by Annabel Goldsmith
““Instinct!" she snorted, "It's against my instinct to stand caged up in a dark stable, or to go out alone across country without the herd to protect me, or to jump those silly striped poles. Come to that, it's against my instinct to carry Jemima on my back at all. In the wild, if you've got something on your back it's because you're about to die. You think about that, young copper.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Unknown, contemporary fiction, 2020
A character argues that instinct opposes confinement and burdens, emphasizing freedom and the danger of carrying weight without purpose.
In simple terms: Instinct rejects being trapped and carrying unnecessary loads.
Key Takeaway
Trust natural instincts over imposed constraints.
Themes
freedom
instinct
burden
confinement
Mood
defiant
urgent
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- career choices
- relationships
Key Concepts
psychology
survival
social pressure
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you ignore instinct?
- What burdens are truly necessary?
A Different Perspective
Instinct may be overridden by rational necessity.
