Doing right Quote by Mrs. Alfred Gatty
““What could put comparisons, and envyings, and heart-burnings into their heads, so filling them either with conceit or melancholy misgivings? As if there was but one way of being right or doing right; as if every creature was not good after its kind, but must needs be good after somebody else's kind, or not be good at all!””
About This Quote
Source Essay: “On Moral Relativism”, 1887
Human judgments are often clouded by envy and comparison, leading to false pride or melancholy.
In simple terms: Envy distorts judgment.
Key Takeaway
Beware of envy and comparison.
Themes
ethics
psychology
human nature
Mood
introspective
serious
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- workplace dynamics
- social media interactions
Key Concepts
moral relativism
self‑awareness
emotional health
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your envy?
- How can you cultivate humility?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex moral contexts.
