Sense Quote by Benjamin Franklin
“Where sense is wanting, everything is wanting.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: To a Friend, 1750
When desire is misplaced, all desires become misguided.
In simple terms: Misplaced desire skews judgment.
Align desires with rational goals.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- Personal decision making
- financial planning
- relationship counseling
- goal setting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What desires might be misaligned?
- How can you evaluate the true value of a wish?
Desires can be hard to rationalize.