Quote by John Dewey

Complete adaptation to environment means death. The essential point in all response is the desire to control environment.

Complete adaptation to environment means death. The essentia

Summary

This quote suggests that if one completely adapts to their environment, they lose their ability to strive for change or improvement. The essential aspect of any response or action is the desire to have some control over the environment. It implies that humans have an innate desire to shape their surroundings to fit their needs and preferences, rather than passively conforming to the existing conditions. This quote emphasizes the importance of our desire to control and influence our environment in order to thrive and survive.

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Adaptability

By John Dewey

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