Habits Quote by Victor Warkulwiz
““The ontological person is the person as such. The empiriological person is the ontological person as he manifests himself through his acts, powers, and habits, all of which are accidents.””
About This Quote
The ontological self is the essential being; the empirical self is that being expressed through actions and habits, which are contingent.
In simple terms: Essential self vs. expressed self.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the gap between being and doing.
Themes
identity
existence
action
habit
contingency
Mood
contemplative
analytical
Type
philosophical
theoretical
When to use this quote
- self‑reflection
- behavior change
- personal development
Key Concepts
philosophy
ontology
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What habits reflect your core self?
- Can you act differently to explore your essence?
A Different Perspective
Actions may not fully reveal true nature.
![“Who is considered a person [vyakti]? The one who has manifested (expressed) a little in the embodied self [vyakt] can be known as a person [vyakti]. If he is manifested (expressed) completely, he is known as a special person.” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/43a/dada-bhagwan-31_expressed_who-is-considered-a-person-vyakti-the-on_1758566.jpg)
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