Wired Quote by Anne Lamott
““Do you think that we're wired this way? With the devil inside?" "Yeah, in the same way we're wired for God. But not to the same extent.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussion on human nature, 2019
Human beings possess both destructive and divine capacities; the balance depends on personal development and choice.
In simple terms: We have both good and bad impulses.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate the positive side consciously.
Themes
human nature
duality
spirituality
morality
self‑development
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- spiritual practice
- education
Key Concepts
theology
psychology
ethical choice
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you nurture your “good” impulses?
- What practices help manage darker tendencies?
A Different Perspective
Focusing solely on virtue may ignore necessary self‑protection.
