Ends Quote by Samuel Alexander
“Mental life is indeed practical through and through. It begins in practice and it ends in practice.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Essays in Philosophy, 1910
Practical mental activity is both the starting point and the goal of life; thought is inherently applied.
In simple terms: Thinking is always practical.
Apply thinking to everyday actions.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- education
- problem solving
- daily decision making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does practical thinking shape your life?
- When is pure reflection valuable?
May ignore abstract value of contemplation.