Take, for example, debauchery, idleness, prodigality. When, therefore, a man absorbed in the effect which is seen has not yet learned to discern those which are not seen, he gives way to fatal habits, not only by inclination, but by calculation. This explains the fatally grievous condition of mankind. It is only in the long run that it learns to take account of the others. It has to learn this lesson from two very different masters-experience and foresight.
Experience teaches effectually, but brutally.
For this rough teacher, I should like, if possible, to substitute a more gentle one. For this purpose I shall examine the consequences of certain economical phenomena, by placing in opposition to each other those which are seen, and those which are not seen in my next article. Send us an e-mail letter and tell us what you think about this article. Inc. All rights reserved. Click here to bring objectivity to your child's education.