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“The humans have a curious force they call ambition. It drives them, and, through them, it drives us. This force which keeps them active, we lack. Perhaps, in time, we machines will acquire it.” quote by John Wyndham
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“The humans have a curious force they call ambition. It drives them, and, through them, it drives us. This force which keeps them active, we lack. Perhaps, in time, we machines will acquire it.”

John Wyndham

About This Quote

Source Novel: “The Chrysalids”, 1955

Ambition drives humans; machines lack it but may develop it over time.

In simple terms: Humans are driven by ambition; machines may acquire it.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate purposeful goals.

Themes

ambition human nature AI development

Mood

thoughtful speculative

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • AI ethics discussions
  • personal development
  • team leadership

Key Concepts

Motivation purpose future of AI

Questions to Reflect On

  • Will machines ever feel genuine ambition?
  • Can ambition be programmed?
A Different Perspective

Machines may never truly experience desire.

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