Indulgence Quote by Théun Mares
““It is never easy to achieve sobriety, and yet once achieved, it cannot be allowed free rein. Instead it must be brought into its proper perspective. If the apprentice makes the mistake of indulging in sobriety, he will never learn to discriminate with wisdom, but will assume that in the light of his sobriety his decisions are infallible. Becoming enmeshed in self-importance, and believing that everything now stands revealed to him, the apprentice unconsciously begins to twist the truth into what he feels it should be, rather than seeing it for what it really is. Such an apprentice therefore becomes the victim of his own sense of infallibility.””
About This Quote
Sobriety is a disciplined state that must be kept in check; overconfidence can blind judgment.
In simple terms: Sobriety needs humility, not arrogance.
Key Takeaway
Stay modest, keep questioning.
Themes
humility
self‑awareness
discipline
Mood
reflective
cautious
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal recovery
- leadership
- teaching
- decision‑making
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
overconfidence
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you guard against complacency?
- When does confidence become arrogance?
A Different Perspective
Over‑reliance on any state can create new blind spots.
