Change the world Quote by J. Michael Straczynski
““We have an obligation to one another, responsibilities and trusts. That does not mean we must be pigeons, that we must be exploited. But it does mean that we should look out for one another when and as much as we can; and that we have a personal responsibility for our behavior; and that our behavior has consequences of a very real and profound nature. We are not powerless. We have tremendous potential for good or ill. How we choose to use that power is up to us; but first we must choose to use it. We're told every day, "You can't change the world." But the world is changing every day. Only question is...who's doing it? You or somebody else?””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on responsibility and power, 2015
We owe each other care and accountability, yet we must not be taken advantage of; we have personal responsibility and the power to affect change, and we must choose to act.
In simple terms: We must care for each other and use our power responsibly.
Key Takeaway
Choose to act responsibly now.
Themes
responsibility
power
agency
ethics
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
motivational
ethical
When to use this quote
- community building
- leadership
- activism
- personal development
- policy making
Key Concepts
interdependence
consequences
empowerment
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibility will you take today?
- How can you protect yourself while helping others?
A Different Perspective
Power can be limited by systemic barriers and personal fear.
