Evaluation Quote by Jacque Fresco
“The majority of the people of the world today are unsane, not insane, unsane meaning having been exposed to methods of evaluation that have long rendered obsolete,”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Best That Money Can't Buy by Jacque Fresco, 2002
Modern society's prevailing norms are irrational because they stem from outdated evaluation methods that no longer serve humanity.
In simple terms: People act irrationally due to obsolete standards.
Key Takeaway
Question and update your evaluation criteria.
Themes
critical thinking
societal norms
irrationality
Mood
skeptical
reflective
Type
philosophical
analytical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- education reform
- policy making
- personal decision making
- media literacy
Key Concepts
systems theory
cognitive bias
cultural evolution
Questions to Reflect On
- What standards are you still using that may be outdated?
- How can you recognize and challenge irrational societal expectations?
A Different Perspective
Changing deep‑seated norms is slow and faces resistance.
