Better Quote by George Monbiot
“Never underestimate the power of intrinsic values. They inspire every struggle for a better world.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Heat: How to Stop the Planet Burning, 2022
Intrinsic values drive meaningful action toward societal improvement.
In simple terms: Core values inspire better world.
Key Takeaway
Align actions with deep values.
Themes
environment
activism
ethics
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- climate activism
- community organizing
- personal decision making
Key Concepts
intrinsic motivation
value-driven behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- What values guide your daily choices?
- How do you handle value conflicts?
A Different Perspective
Values can clash with practical constraints.
![“[...] under the guise of caring only for intrinsic values Osmond lived exclusively for the world. Far from being its master as he pretended to be, he was its very humble servant, and the degree of its attention was his only measure of success. He lived with his eye on it from morning till night…” quote by Henry James](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ae0/henry-james-417_measure-of-success_under-the-guise-of-caring-only-for-intri_726115.jpg)
