Accepting Quote by Bruce Sterling
“I know that the human condition will be radically changed through technical means. Much of this change will be painful, monstrous and horrible. Most mutations are disgusting failures, most experiments are failures. I accept this and I don't find it frightening.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Future of Humanity” (speculative nonfiction), 2019
Technological progress will drastically alter humanity, often painfully; embracing failure is essential.
In simple terms: Tech will change us, often badly, but we must accept it.
Accept and learn from disruptive technological change.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- bioengineering
- AI development
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Can we balance innovation with humanity?
- How do we mitigate painful side effects?
Progress can cause suffering and ethical crises.