Skip to content

Habit Quote by Frank Morton McMurry

“Never suffer an exception to occur till the new habit is securely rooted in your life.” quote by Frank Morton McMurry
Download Open image
““Never suffer an exception to occur till the new habit is securely rooted in your life.””

Frank Morton McMurry

About This Quote

Source Book: The Art of Teaching, 1905

A new habit must be firmly established before allowing any exceptions to its practice.

In simple terms: Secure habits before making exceptions.

Key Takeaway

Ensure consistency before flexibility.

Themes

discipline habit formation consistency

Mood

determined focused

Type

advice motivational

When to use this quote

  • teaching
  • personal development
  • routine building

Key Concepts

behavioral psychology habit loop

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you test a habit's durability?
  • What exceptions are you tempted to make?
A Different Perspective

Habits may still break under stress.

4.8 out of 5 (10 ratings)

More by Frank Morton McMurry

Explore all 7 Frank Morton McMurry quotes

More Habit quotes

Browse all 4,726 Habit quotes