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“Hee that falles into the durt, the longer he stayes there, the fowler he is.” quote by George Herbert
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“Hee that falles into the durt, the longer he stayes there, the fowler he is.”

George Herbert

About This Quote

Source Poem: The Altar, 1633

Staying in a low place for too long makes one more like a bird of prey, predatory and trapped.

In simple terms: Lingering in negativity breeds predation.

Key Takeaway

Avoid stagnation in bad spots.

Themes

stagnation negativity predation

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • workplace
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

psychology self‑awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What “dirt” are you stuck in?
  • How can you rise above it?
A Different Perspective

Change requires effort and risk.

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