Coming home Quote by Simon Armitage
“This misfortune you find is of your own manufacture. Keep hold of what you have, it will harm no other, for hatred comes home to the hand that chose it.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unnamed, 2021
Self‑inflicted misfortune arises from one's own actions; protecting what you have prevents harm, and hatred ultimately returns to its source.
In simple terms: Your actions create your problems; protect what you have; hatred harms you.
Key Takeaway
Guard your possessions and avoid hatred.
Themes
responsibility
self‑control
consequences
ethics
Mood
cautious
thoughtful
Type
moral
practical
When to use this quote
- personal finance
- relationships
- conflict management
- stress reduction
Key Concepts
causality
moral philosophy
emotional regulation
Questions to Reflect On
- What personal choices have led to your current challenges?
- How can you protect yourself without fostering resentment?
A Different Perspective
The quote assumes all misfortune is self‑caused, ignoring external forces.
