“The ultimate aims of deep ecology can be summarized in a simple imperative: maximize self-realization! In other words, maximize our potential as living beings. We need beings to awaken.” – Arne Naess”

“We must find and develop therapies which heal our relations with the widest community, that of all …”

— Arne Naess, Arne Naess

“All living beings have intrinsic value.” – Arne Naess”

— Arne Naess, Ecology, Community and Lifestyle

“Deep ecology asks for a radical rethinking of values, not only technology.” – Arne Naess”

— Arne Naess, Ecology, Community and Lifestyle

“Identification, not moralizing, often leads to beautiful actions.” – Arne Naess”

— Arne Naess, Ecology, Community and Lifestyle

“Intrinsic value is independent of usefulness to humans.” – Arne Naess”

— Arne Naess, Ecology, Community and Lifestyle

“Quality of life is not reducible to higher material standards.” – Arne Naess”

— Arne Naess, Ecology, Community and Lifestyle