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What does it mean?
Sakharov calls for rational demands and a life aligned with higher goals.
In plain terms
We should use reason to build a life worthy of our goals.
What can you take from it?
Use reason to build a life that matches your ideals.

Where it applies

  • motivational speeches
  • ethical guides
  • philosophical texts

Putting it to work

  • apply reason to life
  • set high goals

Questions to consider

  • What makes a life worthy?
  • How do you use reason in daily choices?

Another view

Ideals are often vague and hard to define clearly.

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