--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I look upon indolence as a sort of…" description: "\"I look upon indolence as a sort of suicide; for the man is effectually destroyed, though the appetites of the brute may survive.\" — Anonymous" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/1c5/anonymous-1_destroyed_i-look-upon-indolence-as-a-sort-of-suici_841667.jpg" --- # I look upon indolence as a sort of suicide; for the man is… ![“I look upon indolence as a sort of suicide; for the man is effectually destroyed, though the appetites of the brute may survive.” quote by Anonymous](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/1c5/anonymous-1_destroyed_i-look-upon-indolence-as-a-sort-of-suici_841667.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/1c5/anonymous-1_destroyed_i-look-upon-indolence-as-a-sort-of-suici_841667.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/1c5/anonymous-1_destroyed_i-look-upon-indolence-as-a-sort-of-suici_841667.jpg) > “I look upon indolence as a sort of suicide; for the man is effectually destroyed, though the appetites of the brute may survive.” [Anonymous](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/anonymous/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Indolence is likened to suicide because it erodes a person's true self while base desires persist. **In simple terms:** Laziness destroys character while basic urges remain. Key Takeaway Avoid id to preserve identity. Themes self-destruction identity laziness Mood reflective somber Type philosophical motivational When to use this quote - personal development - mental health - career stagnation - relationship dynamics Key Concepts existentialism psychology Questions to Reflect On - How does inactivity affect your sense of self? - What small actions can counteract laziness? 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