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What does it mean?
Quayle emphasizes the value of mental capacity and criticizes losing it.
In plain terms
Not having a mind is a big waste.
What can you take from it?
Value your intelligence and awareness.

Where it applies

  • personal development
  • philosophical musing

Putting it to work

  • valuing education
  • self-reflection

Questions to consider

  • What makes the mind valuable?
  • Is ignorance a waste?

Another view

It equates mind solely with utility rather than existence.

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