The future of civilization depends on our overcoming the meaninglessness and hopelessness that characterizes the thoughts of men today.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Civilization survives only if we find meaning and hope in our thoughts.
- In plain terms
- Our society needs hope and meaning to continue progressing.
- What can you take from it?
- Fight despair by finding purpose in life.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where do you find meaning?
- How do you combat hopelessness?
Another view
Individual hope may not stop large-scale societal collapse.
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