Our chief defect is that we are more given to talking about things than to doing them.
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To be in good moral condition requires at least as much training as to be in good physical condition.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Maintaining moral integrity is as essential and demanding as achieving physical fitness.
This quote by Jawaharlal Nehru suggests that moral and ethical development is not a passive endeavor; it requires consistent effort and training, just like improving one's physical health. It emphasizes the importance of discipline and dedication in nurturing one's moral character, paralleling the rigorous training often associated with physical fitness.
Themes
MoralTrainingCharacterDisciplineEthics
In practice
Example use cases
During a leadership workshop, this quote could be used to emphasize the importance of ethical decision-making.
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