Doctrine Quote by Sigmund Freud
“I have found little that is 'good' about human beings on the whole. In my experience most of them are trash, no matter whether they publicly subscribe to this or that ethical doctrine or to none at all. That is something that you cannot say aloud, or perhaps even think.”
About This Quote
Human beings often appear morally flawed, regardless of professed ethics, a thought many keep private.
In simple terms: People seem inherently flawed.
Key Takeaway
Recognize human imperfection.
Themes
psychology
human nature
ethics
Mood
skeptical
introspective
Type
psychological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- social critique
- personal reflection
- mental health
Practical Applications
- acknowledge imperfections in judgment
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile personal flaws with moral standards?
- What role does honesty play in ethical behavior?
A Different Perspective
Some argue humans are capable of goodness.
![“We have the ability to take him [President of Venezuela, Hugo Chavez] out, and I think the time has come that we exercise that ability. We don't need another $200 billion war to get rid of one, you know, strong-arm dictator. It's a whole lot easier to have some of the covert operatives do the job…” quote by Pat Robertson](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/194/pat-robertson-1972_ability_we-have-the-ability-to-take-him-presiden_23256.jpg)
