Bad Quote by Aaron Ehasz
“People can do bad things for good reasons, or for what they think are good reasons.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Art of Storytelling, 2018
People may act immorally even when believing they serve a noble cause.
In simple terms: Good intentions can lead to bad actions.
Key Takeaway
Question motives behind actions.
Themes
ethics
motivation
consequences
Mood
critical
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
practical
When to use this quote
- political decisions
- business strategies
- personal choices
- charitable work
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- What values guide your decisions?
- When is it acceptable to compromise ethics for results?
A Different Perspective
Sometimes good outcomes arise from questionable means.
