Blamed Quote by John Selden
“It's not the drinking to be blamed, but the excess.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Essays on Law, 1620
Blaming alcohol alone is insufficient; overindulgence is the real issue.
In simple terms: Excess, not the drink, is harmful.
Key Takeaway
Moderate consumption.
Themes
responsibility
excess
health
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- social drinking
- policy making
- personal habits
Key Concepts
Addiction theory
self-control
Questions to Reflect On
- How much is too much?
- What drives overindulgence?
A Different Perspective
Denial of excess perpetuates harm.
