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Aberration Quote by L. Ron Hubbard

“Now, there is something else interesting here, is this thing called self-determinism and pan-determinism. We have found that there is something stands as a barrier between the ability of a person to be self-determined and the condition he is in, and that is willingness to be controlled. As long as…” quote by L. Ron Hubbard
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“Now, there is something else interesting here, is this thing called self-determinism and pan-determinism. We have found that there is something stands as a barrier between the ability of a person to be self-determined and the condition he is in, and that is willingness to be controlled. As long as a person will resist control, then everything that comes along which threatens to control him can do so; and thus you have aberration. And until he has a total tolerance of control, he cannot be self-determined or pan-determined.”

L. Ron Hubbard

About This Quote

Source Lecture: Science of Survival, 1975

Self-determination is blocked by a person’s resistance to being controlled; true autonomy requires total tolerance of control.

In simple terms: Control resistance hinders true freedom.

Key Takeaway

Balance willingness to be guided with personal agency.

Themes

freedom control self‑determination philosophy

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

philosophical psychological

When to use this quote

  • leadership
  • personal growth
  • social systems
  • education

Key Concepts

autonomy psychological barriers determinism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What control is beneficial?
  • How to accept guidance without losing self?
A Different Perspective

Total tolerance may suppress individuality.

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