Durability Quote by Edward Bulwer-Lytton, 1st Baron Lytton
“What a mistake to suppose that the passions are strongest in youth! The passions are not stronger, but the control over them is weaker! They are more easily excited, they are more violent and apparent; but they have less energy, less durability, less intense and concentrated power than in maturer life.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: On the Passions, 1845
Youthful passions feel intense because self‑control is low, not because they have more power; maturity brings stronger, steadier energy.
In simple terms: Young passions seem strong due to weak control.
Key Takeaway
Recognize that maturity steadies emotional power.
Themes
self‑control
development
emotions
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- adolescence
- career growth
- relationship counseling
- personal development
Key Concepts
psychology
temporal dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does self‑control change the impact of passion?
- Can maturity increase emotional effectiveness?
A Different Perspective
Youthful intensity can be misleading; experience may bring deeper influence.
