Apathy Quote by Marvin Mudrick
“Either over neither, both over either/or, live-and-let-live over stand-or die, high spirits over low, energy over apathy, wit over dullness, jokes over homilies, good humor over jokes, good nature over bad, feeling over sentiment, truth over poetry, consciousness over explanations, tragedy over pathos, comedy over tragedy, entertainment over art, private over public, generosity over meanness, charity over murder, love over charity, irreplaceable over interchangeable, divergence over concurrence, principle over interest, people over principle.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “Values in Conflict”, 1995
Choosing higher principles over base instincts defines character.
In simple terms: Principles guide actions.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize integrity.
Themes
ethics
values
choice
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- politics
- business
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Which principle matters most to you?
- How do you resolve value clashes?
A Different Perspective
Conflicting values can cause paralysis.
