Instinct Quote by Blaise Pascal
“Notwithstanding the sight of all our miseries, which press upon us and take us by the throat, we have an instinct which we cannot repress, and which lifts us up.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophical Treatise: Pensées, 1670
Even in suffering, an inner instinct lifts us, providing hope and resilience beyond despair.
In simple terms: Human spirit can rise above misery.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate inner resilience.
Themes
suffering
hope
human nature
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- war trauma
- health challenges
- loss and grief
Key Concepts
existential resilience
psychology
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner drives sustain you in hardship?
- How can community foster collective resilience?
A Different Perspective
Hope may be fragile without support.
