The human mind is generally farmore eager to praise and dispraise than to describe anddefine.
“العقل البشري، في عمومه، أشدّ حرصًا على المدح والذمّ منه على الوصف والتحديد.”
This reflection by C.S. Lewis centers on the nature of Love and its role in human self-mastery and conscious living. Rather than presenting abstract doctrine, the statement calls the reader to examine daily priorities, separate enduring principles from momentary impulses, and cultivate emotional resilience. The enduring value of this insight lies in reconciling internal conviction with deliberate action, providing a practical anchor for maintaining clarity, intentionality, and inner balance amidst life's uncertainties.
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