Conscience Quote by Samuel Butler
“Conscience is thoroughly well-bred and soon leaves off talking to those who do not wish to hear it.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Erewhon by Samuel Butler, 1872
Conscience naturally guides those open to it, but it stops speaking to those who ignore it.
In simple terms: Conscience stops when ignored.
Key Takeaway
Listen to your inner voice.
Themes
morality
communication
self-awareness
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- relationships
- leadership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
ethics
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you ignore your conscience?
- What consequences arise from silence?
A Different Perspective
If you reject conscience, you may miss crucial moral guidance.
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