Skip to content

Habit Quote by Benjamin Franklin

“Thinking aloud is a habit which is responsible for most of mankind's misery.” quote by Benjamin Franklin
Download Open image
“Thinking aloud is a habit which is responsible for most of mankind's misery.”

Benjamin Franklin

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.

Key Takeaway

Think before you speak.

Themes

miscommunication habit selfawareness

Mood

reflective cautious

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • meetings
  • public speaking
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

psychology social interaction

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does speaking aloud affect your decisions?
  • When is quiet more valuable?
A Different Perspective

Silence can also cause missed opportunities.

3.9 out of 5 (3 ratings)

More by Benjamin Franklin

Explore all 1,692 Benjamin Franklin quotes

More Habit quotes

Browse all 4,726 Habit quotes