Age Quote by Henry St John, 1st Viscount Bolingbroke
“The confirmed prejudices of a thoughtful life are as hard to change as the confirmed habits of an indolent life; and as some must trifle away age because they trifled away youth, others must labor on in a maze of error because they have wandered there too long to find their way out.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Letters on the Study of History, 1725
Deep‑seated prejudices are as hard to change as long‑standing habits; both trap people in error.
In simple terms: Prejudices and habits trap people in error.
Key Takeaway
Challenge assumptions and break old habits.
Themes
prejudice
habit
change resistance
Mood
reflective
motivational
Type
philosophical
practical
When to use this quote
- education
- personal development
- policy reform
- cultural change
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
personal growth
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can you take to unlearn bias?
- How do you replace harmful habits?
A Different Perspective
Change may require external intervention.
