Arise Quote by Dorothy L. Sayers
“But suppose one doesn't quite know which one wants to put first. Suppose," said Harriet, falling back on words which were not her own, "suppose one is cursed with both a heart and a brain?" "You can usually tell," said Miss de Vine, "by seeing what kind of mistakes you make. I'm quite sure that one never makes fundamental mistakes about the thing one really wants to do. Fundamental mistakes arise out of lack of genuine interest. In my opinion, that is.”
About This Quote
Choosing between heart and mind leads to mistakes when true interests are ignored; genuine passion prevents fundamental errors.
In simple terms: Follow your true passion, not just logic.
Key Takeaway
Align decisions with authentic interests.
Themes
choice
intellect
emotion
mistakes
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- career planning
- personal relationships
- creative projects
Key Concepts
authenticity
self‑knowledge
Questions to Reflect On
- What does your heart truly desire?
- How can you test if a decision is authentic?
A Different Perspective
Rational analysis alone cannot guarantee fulfillment.
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