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But there are roughly two sorts of informed people, aren't…

“But there are roughly two sorts of informed people, aren't there? People who start off right by observing the pitfalls and mistakes and going round them, and the people who fall into them and get out and know they're there because of that. They both come to the same conclusions but they don't have…” quote by Margery Allingham
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“But there are roughly two sorts of informed people, aren't there? People who start off right by observing the pitfalls and mistakes and going round them, and the people who fall into them and get out and know they're there because of that. They both come to the same conclusions but they don't have quite the same point of view.”

Margery Allingham

About This Quote

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

Both experience‑based and mistake‑based learners reach similar conclusions, yet view them differently.

In simple terms: Different paths to same insight.

Key Takeaway

Value both learning styles.

Themes

learning experience perspective

Mood

thoughtful curious

Type

philosophical advice

When to use this quote

  • workplace
  • academic study

Key Concepts

education personal growth

Questions to Reflect On

  • Which learning style suits you best?
  • How can you combine both?
A Different Perspective

Bias may affect conclusions.

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