Achieve Quote by Aristotle
“...for all men do their acts with a view to achieving something which is, in their view, a good.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Nicomachean Ethics, 4th century BC
People act aiming at what they perceive as good, shaping their choices toward personal ideals.
In simple terms: People pursue what they think is good.
Key Takeaway
Identify your own good and align actions.
Themes
ethics
motivation
human nature
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- career decisions
- personal relationships
- political leadership
- daily habits
Key Concepts
teleology
virtue
subjective good
Questions to Reflect On
- What do you consider good?
- How do you decide if something is truly good?
A Different Perspective
Different cultures define good differently, causing conflict.
