“While it is true that most people never see or understand the difference they make, or sometimes only imagine their actions having a tiny effect, every single action a person takes has far-reaching consequences.”
“You take a different view of your actions when you come to understand, when you are made to understand every day that your existence is necessary - you see, absolutely necessary - to another person.”
“That is the definition of a true murderer. One that considers his actions, has the mental capacity to understand the consequences, and chooses to kill.”
“Revenge is the thinking man’s reflex, a complex blend of action and consistency no other animal species has so far succeeded in evolving. Evolutionary speaking, the practice of taking revenge has shown itself to the so effective that only the most vengeful of us have survived.”
“Actions have consequences. Ignorance about the nature of those actions does not free a person from responsibility for the consequences. (28)”
“My actions are my only true belongings. I cannot escape the consequences of my actions. My actions are the ground on which I stand.”