Born Quote by Edward Dahlberg
“So much of our lives is given over to the consideration of our imperfections that there is no time to improve our imaginary virtues. The truth is we only perfect our vices, and man is a worse creature when he dies than he was when he was born.”
About This Quote
We focus on fixing flaws, neglecting to develop real virtues; we perfect vices, becoming worse over time.
In simple terms: Fixing flaws overshadows building virtues.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate virtues, not just fix flaws.
Themes
virtue
imperfection
self-improvement
Mood
reflective
motivational
Type
philosophical
self-help
When to use this quote
- personal development
- education
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What virtues can you nurture now?
- How can you avoid over‑fixing flaws?
A Different Perspective
Balancing flaw correction with virtue building is challenging.
