Constant Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld
“The heart of man ever finds a constant succession of passions, so that the destroying and pulling down of one proves generally tobe nothing else but the production and the setting up of another.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Maximes by François de La Rochefoucauld, 1665
When one passion ends, another arises, showing the endless cycle of human desire.
In simple terms: Desires replace each other continuously.
Key Takeaway
Accept change as natural.
Themes
desire
change
human nature
Mood
contemplative
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- relationship dynamics
- career shifts
Key Concepts
psychology
philosophy
motivation
Questions to Reflect On
- What recent passion replaced an old one?
- How can you channel shifting desires constructively?
A Different Perspective
New passions can cause instability if unmanaged.
