Age Quote by Bernard le Bovier de Fontenelle
“Leibniz never married; he had considered it at the age of fifty; but the person he had in mind asked for time to reflect. This gave Leibniz time to reflect, too, and so he never married.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Letters to a Nobleman, 1700
Leibniz postponed marriage to reflect, leading to perpetual indecision and ultimately remaining single.
In simple terms: Indecision kept him single.
Key Takeaway
Avoid over‑analysis that stalls action.
Themes
decision‑making
marriage
reflection
Mood
analytical
cautious
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- career decisions
- relationship counseling
- personal growth
- time management
Key Concepts
philosophical indecision
personal life choices
Questions to Reflect On
- How does over‑thinking affect your life?
- When is reflection beneficial?
A Different Perspective
May ignore external factors influencing choices.
