Civil society Quote by Kim Stanley Robinson
““health, social life, job, house, partners, finances; leisure use, leisure amount; working time, education, income, children; food, water, shelter, clothing, sex, health care; mobility; physical safety, social safety, job security, savings account, insurance, disability protection, family leave, vacation; place tenure, a commons; access to wilderness, mountains, ocean; peace, political stability, political input, political satisfaction; air, water, esteem; status, recognition; home, community, neighbors, civil society, sports, the arts; longevity treatments, gender choice; the opportunity to become more what you are that's all you need””
About This Quote
Source Novel: New York 2140 by Kim Stanley Robinson, 2017
A comprehensive list of human needs and aspirations, spanning basic survival to self‑actualization, emphasizing that fulfillment comes from meeting these diverse dimensions.
In simple terms: Human needs range from basics to self‑growth.
Key Takeaway
Address all life domains for true fulfillment.
Themes
well‑being
society
human development
sustainability
politics
Mood
thoughtful
optimistic
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
analytical
When to use this quote
- urban planning
- public policy
- personal development
- community building
- environmental stewardship
Key Concepts
Maslow hierarchy
capabilities approach
social determinants of health
Questions to Reflect On
- Which need feels most urgent to you now?
- How can societies prioritize without neglecting others?
A Different Perspective
Balancing all these needs is often impractical and resources are limited.
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