To find everything profound - that is an inconvenient trait. It makes one strain one's eyes all the time, and in the end one finds more than one might have wished.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- To find everything profound - that is an inconvenient trait. It makes one strain one's eyes all the time, and in the end one finds more than one might have wished.
- In plain terms
- Seeking depth everywhere is tiring and often reveals more than desired.
- What can you take from it?
- Balance the search for profundity with practical focus.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is it useful to dig deep, and when is it unnecessary?
- How do you decide where to apply profound scrutiny?
Another view
Depth can be rewarding; avoiding it may limit insight.
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