Habit Quote by Benjamin Franklin
“Thinking aloud is a habit which is responsible for most of mankind's misery.”
About This Quote
Source Writings: Poor Richard's Almanack, 1735
Habitual loud thinking leads to unnecessary suffering and poor decisions.
In simple terms: Thinking out loud often causes trouble.
Think before you speak.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- meetings
- public speaking
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does speaking aloud affect your decisions?
- When is quiet more valuable?
Silence can also cause missed opportunities.