Human Quote by Marianne Moore
“It is human nature to stand in the middle of a thing.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Fish" by Marianne Moore, 1921
Human tendency is to intervene or occupy central positions, often disrupting natural flow.
In simple terms: People tend to place themselves at the center.
Step back to let things unfold naturally.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- team projects
- public debates
- environmental activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you taken the middle ground unnecessarily?
- How can you practice restraint?
Central involvement can cause unintended consequences.