Think wrongly, if you please, but in all cases think for yourself.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Independence of thought is paramount, regardless of whether your conclusions are conventionally right.
- In plain terms
- Think for yourself, even if others think you are wrong.
- What can you take from it?
- Prioritize independent thinking over agreement.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you think differently from your peers?
- What stops you from thinking freely?
Another view
Thinking independently can lead to errors without guidance.
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