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Quote by Raoul Vaneigem

“The bourgeoisie does not dominate, it exploits. It does not need to be master, it prefers to use. Why has nobody seen that the principle of productivity simply replaced the principle of feudal authority? Why has nobody wanted to understand?”

Book:The revolution of everyday life

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The revolution of everyday life

This book delves into the ways in which ordinary experiences and actions can lead to significant social transformations, offering a critical analysis of the potential for revolution in daily life. more

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Raoul Vaneigem

Raoul Vaneigem is a Belgian writer known for his critical analysis of consumerism and modern life. His work primarily focuses on issues of personal freedom, social change, and the essence of human existence. more

“I have worked all my life and believe that women need to be independent. My mum was a good example. When my dad died, we had nothing and she had to start from scratch. That taught me a very important lesson—women must have their own source of income and they must save for their own retirement to be able to take care of themselves.”

Women Work Independent Take Care Income Retirement

Author:Halimah Yacob

“I knew I wanted to work though I am not a highly career-oriented and ambitious woman. I am very passionate about what I do and very determined.”

Work Passionate Determined Ambitious Career

Author:Odile Benjamin

“So nigh is grandeur to our dust, So near is God to man, When Duty whispers low, 'Thou must,' The youth whispers, 'I can.”

God Action Belief Duty Initiative Believing

Book:Emerson: Poems

Source: Emerson: Poems

“A daily self-examination that I've landed on in the past couple of months is, "Did I give God my faithful act of service today?"... it is so tempting to evaluate the success of the meeting by attendance, or enthusiasm, or my own reaction to the discussion.”

Work Service Questions