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There are lots of ways to be superhuman. You can trick…

“There are lots of ways to be superhuman. You can trick others into thinking that unless they do what you tell them, they won’t eat. You can cajole people into doing what you want by making them fear god or the cops, or making them feel guilty or angry. The best way to be superhuman is to do things…” quote by Cory Doctorow
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““There are lots of ways to be superhuman. You can trick others into thinking that unless they do what you tell them, they won’t eat. You can cajole people into doing what you want by making them fear god or the cops, or making them feel guilty or angry. The best way to be superhuman is to do things that you love with other people who love them, too. The only way to do that is to admit you’re doing it because you love it and if you do more than everyone, you’re still only doing that because that’s what you choose.””

Cory Doctorow

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

True empowerment comes from collaborative passion, not manipulation or fear.

In simple terms: Work together with love.

Key Takeaway

Collaborate joyfully.

Themes

collaboration authenticity empowerment

Mood

inspirational thoughtful

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • team projects
  • creative startups
  • community activism
  • open source development

Key Concepts

psychology of influence intrinsic motivation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What motivates you beyond external rewards?
  • How can you foster love-driven collaboration?
A Different Perspective

Manipulative tactics can backfire.

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