"La gente sabe lo que hace. Con frecuencia saben por qué hacen lo que hacen. Pero lo que no saben es lo que lo que hacen hace."
— Michel Foucault
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When people act, they usually understand their actions and the reasons behind them. For example, someone might donate to charity because they want to help others. However, they often don't realize the full impact of their actions on others or on the world. That same donation could inspire others to give, leading to a bigger positive change than the person ever imagined. It's important to think about not just why we do things, but how our actions ripple out and affect others in bigger ways than we might see immediately. By being more aware of the wider effects of what we do, we can make more thoughtful and positive choices in our daily lives.
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