Goodness Quote by Francis Spufford
“We are supposed to be on the side of goodness in the sense that we need it, not that we are it.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Ten Thousand Things, 2015
Goodness is needed as a guiding principle, not a self‑identification.
In simple terms: We need goodness, not to be it.
Key Takeaway
Seek goodness as a tool, not a label.
Themes
morality
self‑reflection
purpose
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- making ethical decisions
- leading teams
- volunteering
- self‑assessment
Key Concepts
ethics
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to be on the side of goodness?
- How can you practice goodness without ego?
A Different Perspective
Goodness can become self‑serving.
