Good nature Quote by Washington Irving
“An inexhaustible good nature is one of the most precious gifts of heaven, spreading itself like oil over the troubled sea of thought, and keeping the mind smooth and equable in the roughest weather.”
About This Quote
A generous, calm disposition eases mental turmoil and promotes inner peace.
In simple terms: Kindness smooths a mind.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate calm generosity.
Themes
kindness
mental health
inner peace
Mood
calm
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- stressful work
- conflict resolution
- personal crises
- meditation
Key Concepts
emotional regulation
compassion
Questions to Reflect On
- How does kindness affect your thinking?
- When might calmness hinder needed action?
A Different Perspective
Such optimism may ignore necessary critical analysis.
![“Reprehension is a kind of middle thing betwixt admonition and correction: it is sharpe admonition, but a milde correction. It is rather to be used because it may be a meanes to prevent strokes and blowes, especially in ingenuous and good natured children. [Blows are] the last remedy which a parent…” quote by William Gouge](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/8b8/william-gouge-47709_admonition_reprehension-is-a-kind-of-middle-thing-b_174332.jpg)
