Inspirational Quote by Samuel Taylor Coleridge
“Nothing can permanently please, which doesn't contain in itself the reason why it is so, and not otherwise.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Rime of the Ancient Mariner, 1798
Pleasure is fleeting unless it contains its own justification, otherwise it cannot endure.
In simple terms: Pleasure needs its own reason to last.
Key Takeaway
Seek lasting joy with purpose.
Themes
pleasure
philosophy
impermanence
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- relationships
- creative pursuits
- personal fulfillment
Key Concepts
existentialism
value theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What gives your joy meaning?
- How do you sustain pleasure?
A Different Perspective
Pleasure without meaning may feel hollow.
