Quote by C.S. Lewis

Telling us to obey instinct is like telling us to obey people. People say different things: so do instincts. Our instincts are at war.... Each instinct, if you listen to it, will claim to be gratified at the expense of the rest....

Telling us to obey instinct is like telling us to obey peopl

Summary

This quote highlights the complexity of human instincts and suggests that obeying them is akin to obeying different individuals with conflicting opinions. Just like people, instincts can give contradictory advice, leading to an internal conflict. Each instinct, if followed, will prioritize its own satisfaction without considering the consequences for other instincts. Therefore, the quote encourages introspection and caution when relying solely on our instincts, recognizing that they can be conflicting and require balance and discernment to make informed decisions.

By C.S. Lewis

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