Able Quote by Joanna Macy
“We are making choices that will affect whether beings thousands of generations from now will be able to be born sound of mind and body.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: The Great Turning, 1995
Our present decisions shape the health and wellbeing of countless future generations.
In simple terms: Our choices affect future generations.
Key Takeaway
Consider long‑term impacts.
Themes
environment
responsibility
future generations
ethics
sustainability
Mood
reflective
concerned
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- family planning
- education
- resource management
Key Concepts
intergenerational justice
ecological stewardship
Questions to Reflect On
- How will your actions affect descendants?
- What legacy do you want to leave?
A Different Perspective
Future outcomes are uncertain despite good intentions.
