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Conscience Quote by Jim Butcher

“Sometimes I hate having a conscience, and a stupidly thorough sense of honor.” quote by Jim Butcher
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“Sometimes I hate having a conscience, and a stupidly thorough sense of honor.”

Jim Butcher

About This Quote

Source Novel: "The Dresden Files" by Jim Butcher, 2000

A conscience can feel burdensome, especially when paired with an excessive sense of honor.

In simple terms: Honor can be a heavy burden.

Key Takeaway

Accept conscience, temper honor.

Themes

morality honor inner conflict

Mood

conflicted thoughtful

Type

literary psychological

When to use this quote

  • legal dilemmas
  • personal relationships
  • leadership decisions
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

ethics psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does honor hinder you?
  • How can you honor without self‑sabotage?
A Different Perspective

Too much honor may cause paralysis or conflict.

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