Doe Quote by Bertrand Russell
“Any pleasure that does no harm to other people is to be valued.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Principles of Social Reconstruction by Bertrand Russell, 1916
Valuing pleasure is acceptable as long as it doesn't harm others, emphasizing ethical enjoyment.
In simple terms: Enjoy harmless pleasure.
Seek joy without hurting others.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- social policies
- entertainment choices
- consumer habits
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you assess if a pleasure harms others?
- Can pleasure be truly harmless?
Balancing personal pleasure with societal impact can be complex.