We question most of the mantras around here periodically, in case you hadn't noticed. :-)
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- They periodically question the prevailing beliefs here, in case anyone missed it.
- In plain terms
- They regularly challenge common ideas.
- What can you take from it?
- Regularly re‑evaluate assumptions.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How often should you question norms?
- What balance between stability and critique?
Another view
Too much questioning can stall progress.
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I think $[ is more like a coelacanth than a mastadon.
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