Achieve Quote by Allard K. Lowenstein
“If there's no connection between the tactic and the result you're trying to achieve, and if in the process you can damage other people who are in fact innocent in the whole situation, I think you ought to re-examine whether what you're doing makes sense.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Ethics Lecture, 1998
When a method does not align with the desired outcome and harms innocents, you must reassess its validity.
In simple terms: Check if your tactics match goals and avoid hurting the innocent.
Key Takeaway
Reevaluate harmful tactics.
Themes
ethics
strategy
responsibility
Mood
thoughtful
concerned
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- business decisions
- political campaigns
- military operations
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
moral calculus
consequentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- Are your actions truly serving the intended purpose?
- Who might be unintentionally harmed?
A Different Perspective
A short‑term gain may blind you to long‑term damage.
