Habits Quote by Thomas Paine
““PERHAPS the sentiments contained in the following pages, are not yet sufficiently fashionable to procure them general favor; a long habit of not thinking a thing wrong,gives it a superficial appearance of being right, and raises at first a formidable outcry in defence of custom. But the tumult soon subsides. Time makes more converts than reason.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: Common Sense, 1776
Ideas that seem unpopular may later become accepted as time erodes resistance and custom is challenged.
In simple terms: Unpopular ideas can become accepted over time.
Key Takeaway
Question prevailing norms.
Themes
change
time
society
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- political reform
- cultural shifts
- public opinion
- legal change
Key Concepts
philosophy
social dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What norms do you accept without questioning?
- How can you challenge entrenched ideas?
A Different Perspective
Change can be slow and meet backlash.
