Citizens Quote by Wendell Berry
“... it is not a crisis of our environs or surroundings; it is a crisis of our lives as individuals, as family members, as community members, and as citizens. We have an 'environmental crisis' because we have consented to an economy in which by eating, drinking, working, resting, traveling, and enjoying ourselves we are destroying the natural, god-given world.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Environmental Address, Wendell Berry, 1990
The crisis is personal and social, not just ecological; our daily habits damage the planet and our lives.
In simple terms: Personal habits harm both people and nature.
Key Takeaway
Change daily habits to protect environment and community.
Themes
environment
personal responsibility
community
sustainability
Mood
concerned
reflective
Type
ethical
activist
When to use this quote
- family meals
- commuting
- recreational activities
- consumer choices
Key Concepts
Ecology
ethics
social impact
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you reduce your ecological footprint daily?
- What community actions can amplify personal change?
A Different Perspective
Changing habits is difficult without systemic support.
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