I came to the conclusion many years ago that almost all crime is due to the repressed desire for aesthetic expression.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Crime often stems from a suppressed desire to express oneself creatively.
- In plain terms
- People commit crimes to express themselves artistically.
- What can you take from it?
- Creativity needs a healthy outlet to avoid destructive behavior.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How can you express yourself safely?
- What drives criminal behavior?
Another view
Not all crime is motivated by aesthetic desires.
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