How many times it thundered before Franklin took the hint! How many apples fell on Newton's head before he took the hint! Nature is always hinting at us. It hints over and over again. And suddenly we take the hint.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Nature repeatedly offers clues, like apples falling on Newton, and we only notice them after many repetitions.
- In plain terms
- Nature gives hints repeatedly; we finally notice them.
- What can you take from it?
- Pay attention to repeated patterns for insight.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What patterns have you ignored?
- How can you become more observant?
Another view
Overly simplistic view of scientific discovery.
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