Always Quote by Steven Pinker
“No matter how inured you get to atrocities, you're still always stunned and shocked by how cruel and wasteful Homo sapiens can be.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Better Angels of Our Nature, 2011
Even in a world of repeated cruelty, humans remain shocked by the scale of wasteful violence.
In simple terms: People are continually horrified by human cruelty.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and reduce systemic waste.
Themes
human nature
violence
morality
psychology
Mood
concerned
hopeful
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- policy making
- education reform
- media reporting
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
ethical responsibility
social progress
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives persistent shock despite exposure?
- How can societies convert shock into constructive change?
A Different Perspective
Desensitization can dull shock, limiting action.
