Common Quote by Robert Browning
“The common problem, yours, mine, everyone's Is ? not to fancy what were fair in life Provided it could be ? but, finding first What may be, then find how to make it fair Up to our means.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: (attributed, unknown source)
He explores the difficulty of achieving fairness, suggesting first identifying possibilities then aligning means.
In simple terms: He says fairness requires finding what’s possible and then making it fair within limits.
Key Takeaway
Identify possibilities before demanding fairness.
Themes
ethics
fairness
philosophy
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- policy making
- personal budgeting
- social reform
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
justice
equity
resource allocation
Questions to Reflect On
- What limits your ability to be fair?
- How can you balance idealism with reality?
A Different Perspective
Ideal fairness may be unattainable due to constraints.
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