Try any goddam thing you like, no matter how boringly normal or outrageous. If it works, fine. If it doesn't, toss it. Toss it even if you love it.
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What you don’t know, you can’t tell. Or made to tell.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Knowledge and understanding are essential for effective communication.
This quote emphasizes the idea that without knowledge or awareness of a subject, one cannot convey information about it. It highlights the importance of understanding as a prerequisite for effective communication and expression.
Themes
KnowledgeCommunicationUnderstandingWisdomInformation
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about the importance of education and lifelong learning.
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