Action Quote by Ayn Rand
“Ferris: Are you going to be as impractical as that? Rearden: The evaluation of an action as practical, Dr. Ferris, depends on what it is that one wishes to practice. Ferris: Haven't you always placed your self-interest above all else? Rearden: That is what I am doing right now.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Atlas Shrugged, 1957
Practicality is judged by personal goals; self‑interest can be a valid motive.
In simple terms: Practicality depends on one's aims; self‑interest may be justified.
Key Takeaway
Align actions with personal values.
Themes
individualism
ethics
self‑interest
Mood
defiant
assertive
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- business decisions
- personal goals
- political debates
Key Concepts
Objectivism
moral relativism
Questions to Reflect On
- Is self‑interest always ethical?
- When does practicality become selfish?
A Different Perspective
May ignore broader societal impact.
