Enough Quote by Howard Tayler
“Maxim 6: If violence wasn't your last resort, you failed to resort to enough of it. -The Seventy Maxims of Maximally Effective Mercenaries”
About This Quote
Source Comic: The Seventy Maxims of Maximally Effective Mercenaries, 2005
Violence is justified only when all other options have been exhausted, otherwise one has not tried enough force.
In simple terms: Use force only as a last resort.
Key Takeaway
Consider alternatives before resorting to violence.
Themes
ethics
conflict
strategy
Mood
serious
reflective
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- military planning
- law enforcement
- personal self‑defense
Key Concepts
utilitarianism
moral calculus
power dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- Is violence ever truly necessary?
- How do you measure “enough” force?
A Different Perspective
Violence may cause unintended harm and escalation.
