Choice Quote by Henry James
““However, Nick acted as much as possible under the circumstances, and that was rectifying — it brought with it enjoyment and a working faith. He had not gone counter to the axiom that in a case of doubt one was to hold off; for that applied to choice, and he had not at present the slightest pretension to choosing. He knew he was lifted along, that what he was doing was not first-rate, that nothing was settled by it and that if there was essentially a problem in his life it would only grow tougher with keeping. But if doing one's sum to-morrow instead of to-day does not make the sum easier it at least makes to-day so.””
About This Quote
Source novel: The Ambassadors by Henry James, 1903
The character balances enjoyment and faith while acknowledging doubt, choosing not to force decisions and accepting the difficulty of life’s problems.
In simple terms: Balancing faith, enjoyment, and doubt without forcing choices.
Key Takeaway
Embrace uncertainty and act with humility.
Themes
faith
doubt
patience
humility
Mood
thoughtful
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career choices
- personal growth
- ethical dilemmas
- daily tasks
Key Concepts
choice
axiom
faith
enjoyment
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you act when unsure?
- What role does faith play in your choices?
A Different Perspective
Decisions made under uncertainty can still be meaningful, but may not resolve underlying issues.
