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Passion Quote by Kahlil Gibran

“You're reason and your passion are the rudder.. and the sails of your soul. If either be broken, you will drift or be held at a standstill in mid-seas. For reason, ruling alone, is a force confining; and passion, unattended, is a flame that burns to it’s own destruction” quote by Kahlil Gibran
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““You're reason and your passion are the rudder.. and the sails of your soul. If either be broken, you will drift or be held at a standstill in mid-seas. For reason, ruling alone, is a force confining; and passion, unattended, is a flame that burns to it’s own destruction””

Kahlil Gibran

About This Quote

Source Book: The Prophet, Kahlil Gibran, 1923

Balancing intellect and emotion is essential; without one, life stalls or burns out.

In simple terms: Reason and passion must work together.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate both mind and heart.

Themes

balance mind emotion purpose

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • decision making
  • creative projects
  • relationship building
  • leadership

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology self‑development

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you currently balance reason and passion?
  • What consequences arise when one dominates?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on either can lead to rigidity or chaos.

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