Concepts are a provisional affair. (1951)
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Ideas are temporary and should be updated.
- In plain terms
- Do not treat ideas as permanent.
- What can you take from it?
- Update your mental models regularly.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What belief might need updating?
Another view
Some ideas remain useful for long periods.
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