Georg Henrik von Wright expressed concerns about the reception of his ideas, feeling that even those who claimed to follow him often misinterpreted his work. He believed that his concepts were frequently distorted, leading him to doubt that future audiences would grasp his intentions more accurately than the current ones.

Von Wright noted a sense of disconnect between himself and his contemporaries, suggesting that his writings were intended for individuals who would think and live differently from those of his time. This sentiment highlights his awareness of the challenges in communicating complex philosophical ideas to a possibly unprepared audience.