Character Quote by David Seabury
“Nature is at work. Character and destiny are her handiwork. She gives us love and hate, jealousy and reverence. All that is ours is the power to choose which impulse we shall follow.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Psychology of the Individual, David Seabury, 1930
Human character and fate are shaped by natural forces, yet we retain the power to choose our reactions to impulses.
In simple terms: Nature shapes us, we choose actions.
Key Takeaway
Recognize choice, act deliberately.
Themes
choice
character
destiny
nature
free will
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- ethical decisions
- conflict resolution
- spiritual reflection
Key Concepts
determinism
agency
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What impulses do you most often follow?
- How can you align choices with higher values?
A Different Perspective
Choice can be constrained by circumstance and habit.
