We suffer primarily not from our vices or our weaknesses, but from our illusions.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Our biggest problems come from false beliefs rather than moral failings.
- In plain terms
- We are hurt more by what we believe wrongly than by our bad habits.
- What can you take from it?
- Questioning assumptions is more important than fixing faults.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What illusions do you hold?
- How do beliefs affect your actions?
Another view
Some vices can still cause significant harm regardless of beliefs.
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