My suggestion is that at each state the proper order of operation of the mind requires an overall grasp of what is generally known, not only in formal logical, mathematical terms, but also intuitively, in images, feelings, poetic usage of language, etc. (Perhaps we could say that this is what is involved in harmony between the 'left brain' and the 'right brain'). This kind of overall way of thinking is not only a fertile source of new theoretical ideas: it is needed for the human mind to function in a generally harmonious way, which could in turn help to make possible an orderly and stable society.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Mind needs holistic grasp of knowledge, intuitive and formal.
- In plain terms
- Combine logic with intuition for better thinking and society.
- What can you take from it?
- Use all mental faculties for harmony.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where do you find intuition?
- How do you balance logic and feeling?
Another view
Harmonious thinking is hard to achieve in practice.
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