Change Quote by Maria Edgeworth
““Though he had determined upon this in the first moment of joyful enthusiasm, yet the delay of four-and-twenty hours had made a material change in his feelings; his most virtuous resolves were always rather the effect of sudden impulse than of steady principle.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Belinda by Maria Edgeworth, 1801
Impulsive decisions lose their initial enthusiasm after a delay, making resolutions feel less sincere.
In simple terms: Delay weakens initial excitement.
Key Takeaway
Act promptly before enthusiasm fades.
Themes
impulse
delay
resolution
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- leadership choices
- relationship commitments
Key Concepts
human psychology
motivation
temporal discounting
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance impulse with principle?
- Can delayed reflection improve decisions?
A Different Perspective
Impulses may still be valuable if guided by principle.
