Consciousness Quote by Robert Louis Stevenson
“I learned to recognise the thorough and primitive duality of man; I saw that, of the two natures that contended in the field of my consciousness, even if I could rightly be said to be either, it was only because I was radically both.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Human Nature, 1885
Man contains both refined and primitive aspects; both coexist within consciousness.
In simple terms: Human nature is dual.
Key Takeaway
Accept and balance both sides.
Themes
human nature
duality
psychology
Mood
philosophical
reflective
Type
psychological
literary
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- conflict resolution
- creative work
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
Primitive instincts
refined intellect
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile opposing impulses?
- What benefits arise from integration?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on one side can hinder development.
