Faculty Quote by Samuel Butler
“Men should not try to overstrain their goodness more than any other faculty, bodily or mental.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Erewhon, 1872
Human capacities have limits; pushing moral or mental faculties beyond natural bounds leads to harm.
In simple terms: Don’t overextend your virtues.
Key Takeaway
Know your limits and balance effort.
Themes
ethics
self‑care
human nature
moderation
Mood
reflective
concerned
balanced
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- workplace stress
- academic pressure
- personal development
- mental health
Key Concepts
virtue ethics
psychology
human limits
Questions to Reflect On
- When is striving too much?
- How can you recognize healthy limits?
A Different Perspective
Excessive self‑demand can cause burnout.
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