Quote by Henry Miller

Whatever needs to be maintained through force is doomed.

Whatever needs to be maintained through force is doomed.

Summary

This quote suggests that any system or situation that requires force or coercion to be sustained is ultimately destined to fail. It implies that imposing control through force is not a sustainable or effective approach in the long run. Instead, the quote suggests that lasting success comes from voluntary and harmonious cooperation, in which individuals and systems naturally align with one another.

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By Henry Miller

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