Indulgence Quotes

Wishful thinking is not idealism. It is self-indulgence at best and self-exaltation at worst. In either case, it is usually at the expense of others. In other words, it is the opposite of idealism. - Thomas Sowell

What other nations call religious toleration, we call religious rights. They are not exercised in virtue of governmental indulgence, but as rights, of which government cannot deprive any portion of citizens, however small. - Richard Mentor Johnson

We've been living in an age of self-absorption and self-indulgence. But the amazing thing is that on one day it all stopped. We started to rethink things. We began to think not about what is wrong, but about what is right, about our towns and our states and our country. - Laura Bush

We should always be realistic about our needs, steer clear of this over indulgence & self imposed poverty nonsense. - Unknown

We must live for the few who know and appreciate us, who judge and absolve us, and for whom we have the same affection and indulgence. The rest I look upon as a mere crowd, lively or sad, loyal or corrupt, from whom there is nothing to be expected but fleeting emotions, either pleasant or unpleasant, which leave no trace behind them. - Sarah Bernhardt

Vegas is the ultimate city of overindulgence. We are known for our entertainment icons, 24-hour excitement and countless buffets. The Hilton has been home to many icons over the years, including Elvis Presley and currently Barry Manilow, so it's only fitting that we helped celebrate another iconic brand. - Ken Ciancimino

Unhappiness is the ultimate form of self-indulgence. - Tom Robbins

Too rigid specialization is almost as bad for a historian's mind, and for his ultimate reputation, as too early an indulgence in broad generalization and synthesis. - Samuel E. Morison