Good thing Quote by Bertolt Brecht
“What rapture, oh, it is to know A good thing when you see it And having seen a good thing, oh, What rapture 'tis to flee it.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Mother Courage and Her Children, 1939
Recognizing something valuable brings joy, but once recognized, the desire to escape it can arise due to fear or responsibility.
In simple terms: Seeing good things feels joyous; then you may want to run away.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge value, then confront fear of loss.
Themes
joy
fear
recognition
escape
responsibility
Mood
conflicted
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
literary
cautionary
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- career opportunities
- ethical dilemmas
- creative projects
- social movements
Key Concepts
existentialism
human nature
paradox
value perception
Questions to Reflect On
- What good thing are you avoiding?
- Why does recognizing value sometimes provoke the urge to leave?
A Different Perspective
The urge to flee may stem from anxiety about change or loss, not the value itself.
