Quote by Erwin Schrodinger

I consider it extremely doubtful whether the happiness of the human race has been enhanced by the technical and industrial developments that followed in the wake of rapidly progressing natural science.

I consider it extremely doubtful whether the happiness of th

Summary

This quote suggests a skepticism towards the idea that advancements in technology and industry have brought significant improvements to human happiness. The speaker expresses doubt that the rapid progress of natural science has resulted in overall well-being for society. The statement implies that simply increasing technical and industrial capabilities does not necessarily translate into greater happiness, hinting at a more complex relationship between progress, happiness, and human flourishing.

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Happiness Science Race

By Erwin Schrodinger

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