Good reason Quote by Thomas Carlyle
““A person usually has two reasons for doing something, a good reason and the real reason.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: “On the Nature of Reason”, 1845
People act from overt motives and hidden drives, indicating that actions often have layered intentions.
In simple terms: People have a good reason and a hidden reason for actions.
Recognize hidden motives.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal decision making
- leadership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What might your true reason be?
- How can you align hidden motives with overt goals?
Hidden reasons can conflict with stated goals.