Effort Quote by Barry B. Longyear
““Fairness is an illusion. Neither effort nor intention holds title to the nature or form of either the present or the future. And if the sincere effort has no title, what interest can the bellow or the lamentation hold?" - Davigde. "The humans on Amadeen have a different way of saying it... Tough shit." - Yazi Ro””
About This Quote
The passage argues that fairness is unattainable, suggesting that effort and intention lack inherent authority over outcomes, and that expressions of struggle may be meaningless.
In simple terms: Fairness is an illusion; effort lacks inherent authority.
Key Takeaway
Accept uncertainty and focus on personal values.
Themes
philosophy
fairness
existentialism
Mood
reflective
skeptical
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- literature
- philosophical discussion
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
ethical relativism
meaning of effort
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you find meaning in effort?
- What role does intention play in outcomes?
A Different Perspective
It may dismiss legitimate concerns about justice.
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