Quote by Henry Miller

Instead of asking 'How much damage will the work in question bring about?' why not ask 'How much good? How much joy?'

Instead of asking 'How much damage will the work in question

Summary

This quote suggests shifting our perspective from solely focusing on the potential harm or negative consequences of a task or project to considering the positive impact and happiness it may bring. By asking about the good and joy that can result from our actions, we redirect our attention to the potential benefits and emphasize a more optimistic and constructive approach to evaluation and decision-making.

By Henry Miller

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