I can't understand why people are frightened of new ideas. I'm frightened of the old ones.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Old ideas can be more limiting or frightening than new ones.
- In plain terms
- I am more scared of outdated ideas than new ones.
- What can you take from it?
- Stay open to new ideas rather than clinging to the old.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What old ideas hold you back?
- Why fear the new?
Another view
New ideas can sometimes be reckless or unproven.
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