Answers Quote by William S. Burroughs
“Is Control controlled by its need to control? Answer: yes.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Burroughs Reader, 1995
Control mechanisms often become self‑reinforcing, creating a loop where the desire to control fuels the need to control.
In simple terms: Control feeds itself.
Key Takeaway
Beware of self‑reinforcing control loops.
Themes
control
power
paradox
Mood
critical
introspective
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- management
- personal habits
- political systems
Key Concepts
feedback loops
autonomy
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you notice any control loops in your life?
- What steps can break a self‑reinforcing cycle?
A Different Perspective
Control can become oppressive when unchecked.
