Perhaps we need to know more specifically what we are fighting to achieve {not only what we are fighting to destroy}, and what actions would be required for such an achievement, even after the fight has been won, if it is won.
In the quote from Miriam Toews' book Women Talking, the emphasis is on understanding the true goals of a struggle rather than just focusing on what must be destroyed. Clarifying what we are fighting for helps in shaping a clear purpose and motivation, ensuring that the fight has a meaningful objective beyond the conflict itself.
The quote also highlights the importance of planning for the future, considering the actions needed not only to win the fight but also to maintain and realize the desired achievement afterward. This perspective encourages a deeper commitment to longer-term goals and the importance of envisioning the post-conflict world.
