Approach Quote by Quentin Crisp
“I approach my life with logic. I do not act on impulse or emotion. I very seldom find that I say, 'And then I can't think what came over me, but I did this or that or the other.' I nearly always know how I will act and I nearly always act in that way. I don't catch myself out in embarrassing situations because I've acted without forethought. I calculate what I will do.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Guardian, 1995
He lives by logical decision‑making, minimizing impulsive actions, which reduces embarrassment and increases predictability.
In simple terms: He uses logic, not impulse, to act.
Key Takeaway
Apply logical frameworks to daily choices.
Themes
logic
self‑control
predictability
personal discipline
Mood
introspective
pragmatic
Type
philosophical
self‑help
When to use this quote
- time management
- risk assessment
- habit formation
- conflict avoidance
- stress reduction
Key Concepts
Decision theory
behavioral self‑regulation
Questions to Reflect On
- When might intuition be more useful than logic?
- How do you balance spontaneity with planning?
A Different Perspective
Rigid logic may suppress authentic emotional expression.
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