Civilization Quote by Alfred Korzybski
““There is every reason why the standards in our civilization are so low, because we have "poisoned," in a literal sense of the word, our minds with the physico-chemical effects of wrong ideas.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Science and Sanity, Alfred Korzybski, 1933
The quote warns that pervasive harmful ideas chemically alter our thinking, lowering societal standards.
In simple terms: Bad ideas poison minds, lowering standards.
Key Takeaway
Guard against toxic ideas.
Themes
culture
mindset
standards
Mood
concerned
critical
Type
philosophical
warning
When to use this quote
- education reform
- media literacy
- public policy
- personal development
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
information theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What ideas are poisoning your thinking?
- How can you protect your mind from harmful influences?
A Different Perspective
Changing minds is slow and resistance is strong.
