So he believed. Believed, but the seed of doubt was there, and it stayed, and every now and then sent out a little root. It changed everything, to have that seed growing. It made [him] listen more carefully to what people meant, instead of what they said. It made him wise.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Doubt can make someone listen better to others and grow wise.
- In plain terms
- Having doubt made him listen better and become wise.
- What can you take from it?
- Doubt can be a tool for wisdom and better listening.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does doubt help you?
- What have doubt taught you?
Another view
Too much doubt can lead to paralysis.
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