Desire Quote by John Fire Lame Deer
“If this earth should ever be destroyed, it will be by desire, by the lust of pleasure and self-gratification, by greed of the green frog skin, by people who are mindful of their own self, forgetting about the wants of others.”
About This Quote
Desire and selfish pleasure can destroy the world; collective mindfulness and self‑lessness are needed for survival.
In simple terms: Selfishness harms all.
Key Takeaway
Practice self‑lessness.
Themes
environment
ethics
spirituality
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
philosophical
warning
When to use this quote
- policy making
- community building
- personal conduct
Key Concepts
collective responsibility
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- What personal habits reflect selfish desire?
- How can communities foster collective care?
A Different Perspective
Changing human nature is challenging.
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