Psychology Quote by Jane Austen
““The World is pretty much divided between the weak of mind & the strong- between those who can act & those who cannot, & it is the bounden Duty of the Capable to let no opportunity of being useful escape them.””
About This Quote
Divides people into weak and strong minds, urging the capable to seize opportunities to be useful.
In simple terms: Strong minds should act, weak minds stay idle.
Key Takeaway
Use your abilities to help others.
Themes
responsibility
strength
opportunity
ethics
Mood
determined
serious
Type
ethical
motivational
When to use this quote
- leadership
- volunteering
- career choices
Key Concepts
utilitarianism
social duty
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you identify true capability?
- What if the capable lack motivation?
A Different Perspective
Assuming capability can be subjective.
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