Change the world Quote by Muriel Rukeyser
“If we look long enough and hard enough ... we will begin to see the connections that bind us together, and when we recognize those connections, we will begin to change the world.”
About This Quote
Source Poetry Collection: The Book of the Dead, 1970
Persistent observation reveals hidden links, enabling transformative action.
In simple terms: Seeing connections leads to change.
Key Takeaway
Observe, connect, act.
Themes
awareness
interconnectedness
activism
Mood
inquisitive
motivational
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- community organizing
- scientific research
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Systems thinking
social change
Questions to Reflect On
- What connections have you missed?
- How can you act on new insights?
A Different Perspective
Connections may be invisible or contested.
