I would rather have a mind opened by wonder than one closed by belief.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Openness to wonder and questioning is more valuable than rigid belief.
- In plain terms
- A curious mind is better than one stuck on fixed beliefs.
- What can you take from it?
- Stay curious and open to new ideas rather than clinging to beliefs.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Are you open to new ideas?
- What belief have you questioned recently?
Another view
Some fixed beliefs provide necessary stability and identity.
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