About Quote by David O. McKay
“What you think about when you don't have to think, shows what you really are.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, 1965
When you have idle time, your thoughts reveal your true character and priorities.
In simple terms: Your mind’s idle chatter shows who you are.
Observe and guide your thoughts.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- quiet moments
- meditation
- journaling
- waiting in lines
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does your mind wander to when you’re bored?
- How can you redirect idle thoughts productively?
Hard to control thoughts without practice; may cause anxiety.