--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Wouldn't it be nice, for once, to find a…" description: "\"“Wouldn't it be nice, for once, to find a world which was at peace with itself. No matter how always those few wanted more than others. Those not satis..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/696/garry-kilworth-68010_greed_wouldn-t-it-be-nice-for-once-to-find-a-w_1359361.jpg" --- # Wouldn't it be nice, for once, to find a world which was… ![“Wouldn't it be nice, for once, to find a world which was at peace with itself. No matter how always those few wanted more than others. Those not satisfied with running their own lives but wishing to have power over the lives of the others. Greedy people. Greedy for wealth, or power or both.” quote by Garry Kilworth](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/696/garry-kilworth-68010_greed_wouldn-t-it-be-nice-for-once-to-find-a-w_1359361.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/696/garry-kilworth-68010_greed_wouldn-t-it-be-nice-for-once-to-find-a-w_1359361.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/696/garry-kilworth-68010_greed_wouldn-t-it-be-nice-for-once-to-find-a-w_1359361.jpg) > ““Wouldn't it be nice, for once, to find a world which was at peace with itself. No matter how always those few wanted more than others. Those not satisfied with running their own lives but wishing to have power over the lives of the others. Greedy people. Greedy for wealth, or power or both.”” Garry Kilworth ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. A wish for a world where people are content and not driven by greed for wealth or power, allowing mutual peace. **In simple terms:** Desire for a peaceful, non‑greedy world. Key Takeaway Seek contentment over domination. Themes peace greed contentment power wealth Mood reflective concerned thoughtful Type philosophical social inspirational When to use this quote - personal relationships - political systems - economic policies - community building - conflict resolution Key Concepts philosophy social critique human nature Questions to Reflect On - What personal habits fuel your desire for control? - How can societies reduce greed without stifling ambition? 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