Quote by Samuel Butler (novelist)

We know so well what we are doing ourselves and why we do it, do we not? I fancy that there is some truth in the view which is being put forward nowadays, that it is our less conscious thoughts and our less conscious actions which mainly mould our lives and the lives of those who spring from us.

We know so well what we are doing ourselves and why we do it

Summary

This quote highlights the notion that while we may believe we have a clear understanding of our own motives and actions, there is an argument to be made that it is our subconscious thoughts and behaviors that shape our lives and impact future generations. It suggests that our unconscious mind plays a significant role in molding our experiences and the trajectories that our lives take.

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By Samuel Butler (novelist)

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