Feels Quote by Aaron Klug
“I did not feel a particularly strong call to any one subject, but read voraciously and widely and began to find science interesting.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 1975 BBC Radio interview with Aaron Klug
A scientist describes an unplanned path to science, driven by broad reading and curiosity rather than a specific calling.
In simple terms: Science was discovered through curiosity and reading.
Explore widely and follow curiosity.
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When to use this quote
- academic advising
- career counseling
- self‑study
- research mentorship
- personal development
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can curiosity shape a career?
- What role does reading play in scientific discovery?
Lack of a clear goal can cause uncertainty; not all fields reward breadth.