Easy Quote by Kofi Annan
“It's not that easy to quit. When you look back in the American system it is very rare that people quit on issues of principle.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: UN General Assembly, 2005
People rarely abandon core principles even when faced with difficulty, highlighting the challenge of principled quitting.
In simple terms: Principles are hard to give up.
Key Takeaway
Stay true to your values.
Themes
principles
integrity
resilience
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
ethical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- political leadership
- personal decisions
- activism
Key Concepts
ethical commitment
psychology of commitment
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you compromised a principle?
- Is it always noble to never quit?
A Different Perspective
Quitting may be necessary for personal well‑being.
