My attitude was always to keep open, to keep scanning. I think that's how things work in nature. Many people are close-minded, rigid, and that's not my inclination.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Open-mindedness and constant scanning are key traits for learning from nature.
- In plain terms
- Stay open to new ideas instead of being rigid.
- What can you take from it?
- Remain open to new information.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Am I open to new ideas?
- How rigid is my thinking?
Another view
Being too open can sometimes lead to distraction.
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