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“Right is what you should do, wrong is what you really want to do.” quote by Declan Donnelly
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“Right is what you should do, wrong is what you really want to do.”

Declan Donnelly

About This Quote

Source Interview: Talk Show, 2020

The statement contrasts moral duty with personal desire, suggesting ethical actions may conflict with temptations.

In simple terms: Right actions differ from what we want.

Key Takeaway

Align actions with values, not cravings.

Themes

ethics desire conflict

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • career decisions
  • personal relationships
  • consumer choices

Key Concepts

moral philosophy psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you resolve ethical dilemmas?
  • What drives the gap between duty and desire?
A Different Perspective

Desires can be rationalized to justify wrongdoing.

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