Balance Quote by Dion Fortune
“The true secret of natural goodness lies in the recognition of the contending rights of the Pairs of Opposites; there is no such antimony as between Good and Evil, but only balance between two extremes, each of which is evil when carried to excess, both of which give rise to evil if insufficient for equipoise.”
About This Quote
Goodness arises from balancing opposing forces; excess or deficiency of either side creates evil.
In simple terms: Balance opposites; avoid extremes.
Key Takeaway
Seek equilibrium in all things.
Themes
balance
dualism
moderation
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- leadership decisions
- conflict resolution
- personal health
- policy making
Key Concepts
ethics
metaphysics
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the extremes you tend to swing between?
- How can you maintain balance without stagnation?
A Different Perspective
Too much focus on balance can ignore necessary action or change.
