Belief Quote by Michael Faraday
“I will simply express my strong belief, that that point of self-education which consists in teaching the mind to resist its desires and inclinations, until they are proved to be right, is the most important of all, not only in things of natural philosophy, but in every department of dally life.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Correspondence on education, 1845
He argues that self‑education is about training the mind to resist impulses until they are justified, essential for all fields of life.
In simple terms: Self‑education means mastering self‑control and rational thinking.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate disciplined thinking before acting.
Themes
self‑discipline
education
reason
philosophy
personal growth
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- studying philosophy
- making ethical decisions
- learning new skills
- teaching others
Key Concepts
critical thinking
moral philosophy
autodidacticism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance desire with rational judgment?
- When is it appropriate to follow intuition over analysis?
A Different Perspective
Self‑control can suppress creativity or lead to excessive rigidity.
