Common Quote by Mignon McLaughlin
“God and the devil lose to a common enemy: inertia.”
About This Quote
Source Book: “The Edge of Desire”, 1979
Even divine forces are thwarted by inertia, the common enemy of all.
In simple terms: Inertia defeats both good and evil.
Key Takeaway
Combat stagnation.
Themes
philosophy
spirituality
psychology
Mood
serious
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal change
- social movements
- political reform
Key Concepts
force of habit
existential inertia
Questions to Reflect On
- What fuels your inertia?
- How can you turn inertia into momentum?
A Different Perspective
Inertia is not always negative.
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