What we want is to see the child in pursuit of knowledge, and not knowledge in pursuit of the child.
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All progress depends upon the unreasonable person.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Progress is driven by those who challenge the status quo.
George Bernard Shaw's quote emphasizes that significant progress and innovation are often made by individuals who defy conventional reasoning and societal norms. These 'unreasonable' people, by thinking differently and boldly taking risks, are the ones who propel society forward and create transformative changes.
Themes
ProgressUnreasonableInnovationChangeSuccess
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about innovation, one might say, 'Remember, all progress depends upon the unreasonable person.'
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