Desires Quote by Haruki Murakami
““Humans by necessity must have a midway point between their desires and their pride. Just as all objects must have a center of gravity. This is something we can pinpoint. Only when it is gone do people realize it even existed””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Kafka on the Shore, 2002
Desires and pride must be balanced, like a center of gravity; its absence goes unnoticed until lost.
In simple terms: Balance desire and pride like a center of gravity.
Key Takeaway
Seek equilibrium in ambitions.
Themes
balance
desire
pride
self-awareness
Mood
contemplative
melancholic
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- personal goals
- leadership
- team dynamics
Key Concepts
psychology
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you ignored your inner balance?
- What signs indicate your 'center' is shifting?
A Different Perspective
Balance can be hard to measure.
