Children Quote by William Butler Yeats
“I have known more men destroyed by the desire to have wife and child and to keep them in comfort than I have seen destroyed by drink and harlots.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Second Coming”, 1919
Highlights that the pursuit of domestic comfort can be more destructive than vices.
In simple terms: Comfort can be a trap.
Key Takeaway
Beware of complacency.
Themes
materialism
family
destruction
Mood
thoughtful
cautionary
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- marriage
- parenthood
- career advancement
Key Concepts
comfort
addiction
social expectations
Questions to Reflect On
- What comforts might be limiting you?
- How do you define healthy security?
A Different Perspective
Not all comforts are harmful; context matters.
