Larasati Quote by Pramoedya Ananta Toer
““Sia-sianya dunia ini kalau untuk meningkatkan satu orang yang lain mesti diinjak.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Bumi Manusia by Pramoedya Ananta Toer, 1980
People often step on others to advance themselves, reflecting selfish ambition and exploitation.
In simple terms: Advancing by hurting others.
Avoid harming others to succeed.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- workplace competition
- political power struggles
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you achieve goals without harming others?
- What systems reward stepping on others?
Not all success requires stepping on others; cooperation can also lead to progress.