Behavior Quote by Brandon Mull
“We humans are conflicted beings. Our beliefs don't always harmonize with our instincts, and our behavior doesn't always reflect our beliefs. ... We wage war between the person we are and the person we hope to become.”
About This Quote
Human nature often creates tension between rational beliefs and instinctive drives, leading to internal conflict between who we are and who we aspire to be.
In simple terms: Our thoughts and instincts clash, causing inner war.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and reconcile inner contradictions.
Themes
identity
conflict
growth
self-awareness
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- making decisions
- career planning
- relationship choices
- self-improvement
Key Concepts
cognitive dissonance
psychology
personal development
Questions to Reflect On
- What belief conflicts most with your instincts?
- How can you bridge the gap between your current self and your ideal self?
A Different Perspective
Alignment can be hard and may require difficult self-reflection.
![“[william] Burroughs, incidentally, took up the slogan that we are "Here to go", which contradicts the tendency in Eastern mysticism to advocate staying where you are because there's nowhere to go anyway. I feel conflicted on this one.” quote by Quentin S. Crisp](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/aa0/quentin-s-crisp-4149_burroughs_william-burroughs-incidentally-took-up-t_122911.jpg)
