Ease Quote by Benjamin Franklin
“Would you live with ease, Do what you ought, and not what you please.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Advice on Virtue, 1750s
Encourages living a life of ease by doing one's duty rather than pursuing personal pleasure.
In simple terms: Do duty, not just desire.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize responsibility over indulgence.
Themes
virtue
duty
self‑control
ease
morality
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
advisory
When to use this quote
- career decisions
- family obligations
- public service
- daily routines
Key Concepts
ethical philosophy
personal discipline
social order
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance duty with personal joy?
- When is it acceptable to follow pleasure over duty?
A Different Perspective
May ignore personal happiness and mental health.
