Humanity is so adaptable [...] Truly amazing, what people…

““Humanity is so adaptable [...] Truly amazing, what people can get used to, as long as there are a few compensations.””

Margaret Atwood

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People can become comfortable with adverse conditions if they receive enough compensations, showing human adaptability’s dark side.

In simple terms: Adaptability can mask suffering.

Key Takeaway

Question what compensations are acceptable.

Themes

adaptability comfort compensation resilience

Mood

reflective concerned

Type

social psychological

When to use this quote

workplace
environmental policy
personal relationships

Key Concepts

human nature psychology social critique

Questions to Reflect On

What are the ethical limits of compensation?
When does adaptation become complacency?

A Different Perspective

Compensations may perpetuate injustice.

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