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Je s podivem, s jakou lehkostí hovoří lidé o budoucnosti…

“Je s podivem, s jakou lehkostí hovoří lidé o budoucnosti, jako by ji drželi v ruce, jako by měli moc budoucnost oddálit nebo naopak přiblížit podle okamžitých potřeb a požadavků.” quote by José Saramago
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““Je s podivem, s jakou lehkostí hovoří lidé o budoucnosti, jako by ji drželi v ruce, jako by měli moc budoucnost oddálit nebo naopak přiblížit podle okamžitých potřeb a požadavků.””

José Saramago

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

People speak of the future as if they can control it, treating it like a tangible object that can be delayed or hastened to suit immediate desires.

In simple terms: People act like they can hold and shape the future.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the limits of control over future events.

Themes

control future uncertainty human nature

Mood

reflective thoughtful cautious

Type

philosophical observational

When to use this quote

  • political planning
  • personal goal setting
  • economic forecasting
  • environmental policy

Key Concepts

determinism agency temporal perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does believing you can control the future affect your decisions?
  • What are the risks of treating the future as a tool?
A Different Perspective

Future outcomes are influenced by many factors beyond human will.

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