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“Hee that workes after his owne manner, his head akes not at the matter.” quote by George Herbert
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“Hee that workes after his owne manner, his head akes not at the matter.”

George Herbert

About This Quote

Source Poem: The Temple, 1633

People often act according to personal quirks rather than rational thought.

In simple terms: Personal quirks drive behavior more than logic.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and reflect on personal biases.

Themes

human nature irrationality individuality

Mood

contemplative thoughtful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • decision‑making processes
  • personal reflection journals
  • team dynamics discussions

Key Concepts

psychology philosophy behavioral economics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What personal quirks influence your decisions?
  • How can you balance intuition with logic?
A Different Perspective

May underestimate the role of reason in some contexts.

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