Convinced Quote by Benjamin Franklin
“I grew convinced that truth, sincerity and integrity in dealings between man and man were of the utmost importance to the felicity of life, and I formed written resolutions . . . to practice them ever while I lived.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: The Pennsylvania Gazette, 1750
Committed to practicing truth, sincerity, and integrity as essential for a happy life, forming written resolutions to uphold them.
In simple terms: Commit to truth, sincerity, and integrity for a happy life.
Key Takeaway
Live by written resolutions of ethical conduct.
Themes
ethics
integrity
personal development
happiness
Mood
reflective
motivational
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- daily habits
- personal vows
- character building
Key Concepts
philosophy
morality
Questions to Reflect On
- What challenges arise when staying truthful?
- How can we reinforce ethical habits?
A Different Perspective
Maintaining integrity can be socially costly.
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