We've wanted to produce more in the 19th century and the…
“We've wanted to produce more in the 19th century and the 20th century in order to give man the possibility for more dignified human life; but actually what has happened is that production and consumption have become means - have ceased to be means and have become ends, and we are production crazy and consumption crazy.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Production and consumption have turned into ends themselves, losing their purpose of improving human dignity.
In simple terms: We chase production and consumption as goals, not means to better lives.
Reevaluate priorities beyond material excess.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal finance
- environmental policy
- corporate strategy
- community development
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives your consumption?
- How can you make consumption serve higher goals?
May overlook spiritual or relational fulfillment.