Quote by Hilaire Belloc, The Footpath Way
To walk because it is good for you warps the sould, just as it warps the soul for a man to talk for hire or because he think it his duty.
Summary
This quote suggests that engaging in actions solely for the sake of personal benefit or obligation can have negative effects on one's soul. It uses the example of walking for the purpose of exercise, asserting that when something is done purely for its physical benefits, it distorts the essence of the soul. Similar distortions are also attributed to talking for financial gain or out of a sense of duty, implying that any action pursued solely for external motives can have detrimental effects on one's inner being.
Topics
Walking
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