External Quote by Gregory Bateson
“If we pursue this matter further, we shall be told that the stable object is unchanging under the impact or stress of some particular external or internal variable or, perhaps, that it resists the passage of time.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Steps to an Ecology of Mind, Gregory Bateson, 1972
Stability is defined as resistance to change when faced with external or internal forces, implying permanence under stress.
In simple terms: Stability means resisting change under pressure.
Key Takeaway
Recognize when stability is a hindrance.
Themes
change
resistance
time
perception
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
philosophical
insightful
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- organizational change
- environmental adaptation
Key Concepts
systems theory
ecology
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- When does clinging to stability hinder progress?
- How can flexibility improve outcomes?
A Different Perspective
Stability can prevent necessary evolution.
