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“The beast that goes alwaies never wants blowes.” quote by George Herbert
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“The beast that goes alwaies never wants blowes.”

George Herbert

About This Quote

Source Poem: The Temple, 1633

A warning that constant desire for novelty leads to dissatisfaction and loss of stability.

In simple terms: Always seeking new things prevents contentment.

Key Takeaway

Embrace stability over endless change.

Themes

stability contentment desire change wisdom

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • career planning
  • relationship building
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology literature

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you chase novelty at the expense of depth?
  • How can you find balance between change and stability?
A Different Perspective

Constant novelty can cause burnout and shallow experiences.

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