Change Quote by Elizabeth Janeway
“Myth, legend, and ritual ... function to maintain a status quo. That makes them singularly bad in coping with change, indeed counterproductive, for change is the enemy of myth.”
About This Quote
Myths, legends, and rituals preserve existing beliefs, making them resistant to change and often hindering progress.
In simple terms: Stories keep the status quo and block change.
Key Takeaway
Question and adapt narratives to support change.
Themes
culture
change
myth
ritual
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- organizational transformation
- social movements
- education reform
Key Concepts
sociology
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Which myths could be reshaped for progress?
- How do rituals evolve with society?
A Different Perspective
Some narratives can inspire change if reinterpreted.
