What we want is to see the child in pursuit of knowledge, and not knowledge in pursuit of the child.
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A veteran journalist has never had time to think twice before he writes.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests that experienced journalists must make quick decisions and write without second-guessing themselves.
George Bernard Shaw emphasizes the instinctive nature of skilled journalism, where a veteran writer relies on their experience and intuition to deliver news rapidly. This reflects the importance of decisiveness and confidence in one's abilities, especially in fast-paced environments like journalism, where hesitation can lead to missed opportunities.
Themes
JournalismQuick DecisionsExperienceWritingInstinctConfidence
In practice
Example use cases
In a workshop about effective writing, this quote could be used to highlight the importance of decisiveness.
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