Avoidance Quote by Epicurus
“We begin every act of choice and avoidance from pleasure, and it is to pleasure that we return using our experience of pleasure as the criterion of every good thing.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophy: Letter to Menoeceus, c. 300 BC
Pleasure guides choices and judgments, serving as the benchmark for good.
In simple terms: Pleasure is the standard for decisions.
Key Takeaway
Seek pleasure wisely.
Themes
ethics
hedonism
decision making
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal choices
- moral philosophy
- daily decision making
Key Concepts
hedonistic calculus
psychology of desire
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance immediate pleasure with future consequences?
- When might pleasure be a poor guide?
A Different Perspective
Pleasure may conflict with long‑term wellbeing.
