Able Quote by Jamaica Kincaid
“I know that the fantastic amount of profit that people want to make on anything is damaging. And that none of us seem able to resist it.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: A Small Place, Jamaica Kincaid, 1988
The pursuit of profit can become an uncontrollable force that damages values and relationships, and people struggle to resist it.
In simple terms: Profit drives harmful behavior and is hard to control.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and limit profit-driven motives.
Themes
greed
ethics
economics
human nature
Mood
concerned
critical
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- business decisions
- personal finance
- policy making
- environmental stewardship
Key Concepts
capitalism
moral hazard
self‑interest
Questions to Reflect On
- How does profit influence your choices?
- Can profit be aligned with ethical goals?
A Different Perspective
Profit can also fund positive change if managed responsibly.
