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“Not judginess, but openness and curiosity are our proper business. I'm still trying to educate myself. I don't think you need to keep rehearsing your instincts. Far better to seek out models of what you can't do.” quote by John Updike
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“Not judginess, but openness and curiosity are our proper business. I'm still trying to educate myself. I don't think you need to keep rehearsing your instincts. Far better to seek out models of what you can't do.”

John Updike

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Openness and curiosity should guide our work, not judgment; seek models of what we cannot yet do.

In simple terms: Be curious, not judgmental, and learn from others.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate curiosity and learn from others.

Themes

growth learning humility

Mood

reflective inquisitive

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career development
  • personal growth
  • skill acquisition
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

self‑development modeling curiosity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you practice curiosity daily?
  • What models inspire you?
A Different Perspective

Curiosity alone may not overcome systemic barriers.

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