Absence Quote by Aristotle
“Young men have strong passions and tend to gratify them indiscriminately. Of the bodily desires, it is the sexual by which they are most swayed and in which they show absence of control...They are changeable and fickle in their desires which are violent while they last, but quickly over: their impulses are keen but not deep rooted.”
About This Quote
Young men are driven by intense, fleeting desires, especially sexual, lacking self‑control and lasting depth.
In simple terms: Transient, uncontrolled urges dominate youth.
Key Takeaway
Desires are powerful but shallow.
Themes
human nature
desire
self‑control
youth
impermanence
Mood
reflective
cautious
Type
aphorism
observation
When to use this quote
- adolescence
- courtship
- temptation
- impulse decisions
Key Concepts
psychology
ethics
philosophy
Practical Applications
- self‑discipline training
- educational programs on healthy sexuality
Questions to Reflect On
- How can one cultivate deeper self‑awareness?
- What practices temper impulsive desires?
