No rational argument will have a rational effect on a man who does not want to adopt a rational attitude.
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About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Reason won't work on someone who rejects rationality.
- In plain terms
- Logic fails if the person doesn't want to be logical.
- What can you take from it?
- Rationality requires willingness from both sides.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is this person open to reason?
- When did you stop listening?
Another view
It assumes rationality is always the best tool for persuasion.
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