Quotessence
Home / Quotes / Quote by John B. S. Haldane

Quote by John B. S. Haldane

“I have come to the conclusion that my subjective account of my motivation is largely mythical on almost all occasions. I don't know why I do things.”

Quote by John B. S. Haldane

Author

John B. S. Haldane
John B. S. Haldane

John B. S. Haldane was an outstanding biologist known for his contributions to genetics, evolutionary theory, and biochemistry. His research had a profound impact on the development of modern biology. more

You May Also Like

“It is by translating your fine sense of aspiration into actual lofty deeds that you grow toward your ideal. Link your lofty thoughts to earnest, active effort, and good results will inevitably follow. The great things you intend to do some time must have a beginning if they are ever to be done, so begin something worthwhile today.”

“Every comedian is furious. Age makes me angry. I'm unhappy at not being able to open packages anymore. I'm angry that libraries have gone. I hate children on planes. I'm very shallow, so they tend to be little things. To be honest, I think I was probably angry the day I was born, you know, about diapers or something.”