Agriculture Quote by Barbara Kingsolver
““Most of us are creatures so comforted by habit, it can take something on the order of religion to invoke new, more conscious behaviors--however glad we may be afterward that we went to the trouble.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: "The Power of Habit", The New Yorker, 2015
Habits create comfort; breaking them often requires a profound, almost religious commitment to change.
In simple terms: Changing habits needs strong, almost sacred motivation.
Key Takeaway
Embrace intentional change.
Themes
habit
comfort
transformation
Mood
reflective
encouraging
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- organizational reform
- social movements
- health improvement
Key Concepts
behavioral change
psychology
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- What habit would you change if you felt a deep purpose?
- How can you cultivate motivation without religious intensity?
A Different Perspective
Not everyone can summon religious-like fervor for change.
