People Quote by George Bernard Shaw
“The plain working truth is that it is not only good for people to be shocked occasionally, but absolutely necessary to the progress of society that they should be shocked pretty often.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Man and Superman, 1903
Societal progress depends on shocking people regularly to break complacency.
In simple terms: Shocks are needed for social change.
Key Takeaway
Embrace occasional disruption.
Themes
society
progress
shock
Mood
provocative
critical
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- political reform
- cultural shifts
- media campaigns
Key Concepts
social dynamics
change theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How often should a society be shocked?
- What are healthy limits?
A Different Perspective
Too much shock can cause trauma.
