Just because some people can do something with little or no training, it doesn't mean that others can't do it (and sometimes do it even better) with training.
Carol S. DweckRead
I loved everything. I loved sciences and I loved humanities. But ultimately, I felt that in the humanities, you know, you're writing about things that already exist. But in the sciences, you're discovering things that no one has known before. Ultimately I chose psychology because it seemed to combine science with things that I liked to think about.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote highlights the difference between humanities and sciences, emphasizing a preference for discovery and the blend of both fields in psychology.
In this quote, Carol S. Dweck expresses her admiration for both sciences and humanities, but she ultimately prefers the sciences for their focus on discovery rather than just exploring existing concepts. Dweck finds a unique intersection in psychology that allows her to engage with scientific inquiry while also contemplating human experiences, illustrating the richness of pursuing knowledge that bridges both domains.
Themes
PsychologyScienceHumanitiesDiscoveryEducation
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a lecture to inspire students to explore the integration of sciences and humanities.
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