Quote by Blaise Pascal

Habit is a second nature that destroys the first. But what is nature? Why is habit not natural? I am very much afraid that nature itself is only a first habit, just as habit is a second nature.

Habit is a second nature that destroys the first. But what i

Summary

This quote by Blaise Pascal delves into the concept of habit and its relationship with nature. Pascal suggests that habit, which becomes ingrained in our lives, can gradually override our natural instincts and behaviors. He questions the true essence of nature and proposes that it may simply be an initial habitual response. By drawing parallels between habit and nature, Pascal challenges our understanding of what is truly natural and questions the extent to which our behaviors are influenced by learned habits.

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By Blaise Pascal

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