Change Quote by Frank Knight
“It is true practically if not altogether without exception that the changes studied by any science tend to equilibrate or neutralize the forces which bring them about, and finally to come to rest.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Risk, Uncertainty and Profit, John Maynard Keynes, 1921
Science’s discoveries often self‑neutralize, leading systems toward equilibrium and eventual inactivity.
In simple terms: Scientific changes tend to balance out and stop.
Key Takeaway
Expect progress to plateau; plan for sustainability.
Themes
science
equilibrium
change
systems
entropy
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- technology development
- environmental regulation
- business strategy
Key Concepts
Thermodynamics
feedback loops
law of diminishing returns
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we sustain momentum after initial breakthroughs?
- What mechanisms keep change from stalling?
A Different Perspective
Equilibration can stifle innovation if not countered.
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