Brilliant Quote by Lucy Prebble
“That's our mirror. Every dip, every crash, every bubble that's burst, a testament to our brilliant stupidity. This one gave us the railroads. This one the Internet. This one the slave trade. And if we hope to do anything about saving the environment, or getting to other worlds, we'll need a bubble for that too. Everything I've ever done in my life worth anything has been done in a bubble: in a state of extreme hope and trust and stupidity.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Effect, 2012
Human progress arises from risky, hopeful ventures that often seem foolish, yet they drive major advances.
In simple terms: Bold, hopeful risks lead to breakthroughs.
Key Takeaway
Embrace calculated risk and optimism.
Themes
innovation
risk
hope
human folly
progress
technology
Mood
optimistic
critical
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- entrepreneurship
- scientific research
- policy making
- environmental action
Key Concepts
sociology
economics
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What “bubble” are you willing to enter?
- How do you balance hope with realism?
A Different Perspective
Risk can lead to failure and unintended harm.
