Emptiness the starting point. - In order to taste my cup of water you must first empty your cup. My friend, drop all you preconceived and fixed ideas and be neutral. Do you know why this cup is useful? Because it is empty.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Emptying preconceptions allows for true learning and reception.
- In plain terms
- Clear your mind to learn new things.
- What can you take from it?
- Clear your mind to learn.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What biases are you holding?
Another view
Some prior knowledge is needed to understand new concepts.
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