“Europe is not a problem to be solved, but a project to be built.”
What this quote means
This quote invites us to shift our perspective on Europe: instead of seeing it as a burden or a source of difficulties, it should be viewed as a collective work in constant evolution. It resonates with those who feel discouraged by the EU's imperfections. In a context where criticism is abundant, it reminds us that every citizen and every state has a role to play in shaping a common future, and that European integration is a dynamic, never-completed process.
How to apply it daily
Identify an aspect of Europe you dislike and get concretely involved, for example by participating in a citizens' debate, voting in European elections, or supporting a cross-border initiative.
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