Impulse Quote by Daniel Goleman
““There is perhaps no psychological skill more fundamental than resisting impulse. It is the root of all emotional self-control, since all emotions, by their very nature, lead to one or another impulse to act.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Emotional Intelligence, 1995
Self‑control stems from resisting impulses; this is the core of emotional regulation.
In simple terms: Control impulses for emotional self‑control.
Practice impulse‑resistance to manage emotions.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- stress management
- parenting
- leadership
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What impulse do you struggle to resist?
- How can you strengthen impulse control?
Impulse resistance can be exhausting over time.