Action Quote by John Tillotson
“When we have practiced good actions awhile, they become easy; when they are easy, we take pleasure in them; when they please us, we do them frequently; and then, by frequency of act, they grow into a habit.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: "The Power of Habit", 1690
Repeated good deeds become effortless, enjoyable, and habitual, reinforcing moral behavior.
In simple terms: Practice good deeds to form habits.
Consistent good actions become habits.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- daily prayer
- volunteering
- exercise routines
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Which habit do you want to nurture?
- How can you keep habits meaningful?
Habits can become rigid if not balanced with flexibility.