Faith and patience Quote by Neil A. Maxwell
““When we are impatient, we are neither reverential nor reflective because we are too self-centered. Whereas faith and patience are companions, so are selfishness and impatience. It is so easy to be confrontive without being informative; so easy to be indignant without being intelligent; so easy to be impulsive without being insightful. It is so easy to command others when we are not in control of ourselves.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: On Patience and Self‑Control, Neil A. Maxwell, 2015
Impatience stems from self‑centeredness, while patience aligns with humility; lack of self‑control leads to unproductive confrontation.
In simple terms: Impatience blocks reflection and humility.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate patience and self‑control.
Themes
humility
self‑control
communication
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- leadership training
- personal growth workshops
Key Concepts
psychology of impatience
ethical behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your impatience?
- How can you respond constructively when lacking control?
A Different Perspective
Patience alone may not solve systemic issues.
