Now there's this about cynicism. It's the universe's most supine moral position. Real comfortable. If nothing can be done, then you're not some kind of shit for not doing it, and you can lie there and stink to yourself in perfect peace.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Cynicism is described as a lazy moral stance that excuses inaction by claiming nothing matters.
- In plain terms
- Cynicism is comfortable because it lets you do nothing without guilt.
- What can you take from it?
- Avoiding action through cynicism is easy but morally weak.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Are you cynical because you are afraid?
- Is comfort worth the cost?
Another view
Sometimes inaction is the only safe choice.
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