First Quote by Elizabeth May
“First and foremost we are Earthlings.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: United Nations Climate Summit, 2019
Our primary identity is as Earthlings, reminding us to prioritize planetary wellbeing over divisions.
In simple terms: We are all Earthlings first.
Key Takeaway
Act with planetary stewardship.
Themes
environment
identity
unity
global
responsibility
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
activist
visionary
When to use this quote
- policy making
- education
- community projects
- international treaties
Key Concepts
ecology
anthropocentrism
collective identity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does seeing ourselves as Earthlings change behavior?
- What policies reflect planetary stewardship?
A Different Perspective
National may resist global identity.
