Hope to live Quote by Arnold Bennett
““If a man makes two-thirds of his existence subservient to one-third, for which admittedly he has no absolutely feverish zest, how can he hope to live fully and completely? He cannot.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Old Wives' Tale, 1908
Balancing life by not over‑dedicating to a single pursuit; full living needs varied passions
In simple terms: Avoid letting one passion dominate life
Key Takeaway
Cultivate multiple interests for fulfillment
Themes
balance
passion
fulfillment
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- career planning
- creative projects
- personal growth
Key Concepts
over‑commitment
life balance
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you identify areas where you’re over‑committed?
- What new activity could enrich your life?
A Different Perspective
Risk of spreading yourself too thin
