Being responsible Quote by Bernard Lonergan
“Total surrender to the demands of the human spirit: be attentive, be intelligent, be reasonable, be responsible, be in love.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Insight: A Study of Human Understanding, 1957
Recognize the human spirit’s needs: attentiveness, intelligence, reason, responsibility, and love are essential for fulfillment.
In simple terms: Human spirit needs attention, intelligence, reason, responsibility, love.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate these qualities daily.
Themes
self‑awareness
responsibility
love
intelligence
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- leadership
- relationships
- community building
Key Concepts
Humanism
ethical development
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice each quality without burnout?
- Which quality feels most lacking now?
A Different Perspective
Balancing all five can be overwhelming.
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