Habit Quote by Hippocrates
“Make a habit of two things: to help; or at least to do no harm.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Aphorisms of Hippocrates, c. 400 BC
Ethical practice demands either helping others or, at minimum, avoiding harm in all actions
In simple terms: Do good or do no harm
Practice kindness or at least non‑maleficence
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- clinical practice
- daily interactions
- community service
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you decide when to intervene?
- What does “do no harm” mean in modern contexts?
Balancing help and non‑harm can be ambiguous in complex situations