Changing the world Quote by Frances Hardinge
““Changing a law is like digging a new field. You'll break ancient roots and blunt your spade with a lot of stones, but eventually plants will grow in your furrows, and your new hedge will thrive and it'll be as if it always was that way.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Lost Conspiracy by Frances Hardinge, 2015
Changing law is arduous, breaking old foundations and facing obstacles, but eventually new systems settle and seem natural.
In simple terms: Law reform is hard but eventually feels normal.
Key Takeaway
Accept difficulty, persist for lasting change.
Themes
law
change
progress
resilience
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
analytical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- legislative reform
- urban planning
- environmental regulation
- organizational restructuring
Key Concepts
institutional inertia
social adaptation
Questions to Reflect On
- What old structures must be broken for new law?
- How can we ease transition for affected communities?
A Different Perspective
Success may be slow and face resistance from entrenched interests.
