Habit Quote by Augustine of Hippo
““Habits, if not resisted, soon become necessity.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Confessions, Book 10, 397 AD
Unexamined habits become compulsory if left unchecked.
In simple terms: Habits turn into necessities without resistance.
Recognize and challenge habits early.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- daily routines
- addiction recovery
- skill development
- time management
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Which habit feels inevitable to you?
- How can you introduce resistance?
Habits can be hard to change once entrenched.