Done Quote by Allen W. Wood
“Since we cannot know too much about the long term effects of our particular lives, and since success and fame are not good measures of the value of what we have done, it should be enough for any of us that as far as we can tell, in some small way we have made humanity's future better rather than worse.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Ethics of Future Generations, 2020
Our actions should aim to improve humanity's future, not just personal success or fame.
In simple terms: Focus on making the world better.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize long‑term collective benefit.
Themes
ethics
future
responsibility
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- policy making
- career choices
- community projects
- environmental activism
Key Concepts
utilitarianism
intergenerational justice
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we assess small contributions?
- What values guide your decisions?
A Different Perspective
Hard to measure impact precisely.
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