Age Quote by Albert Einstein
“Common sense consists of those layers of prejudice laid down before the age of 18.”
About This Quote
Common sense is shaped by early prejudices formed before adulthood.
In simple terms: Early biases shape common sense.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions from youth.
Themes
bias
common sense
prejudice
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
social
psychological
When to use this quote
- education
- parenting
- media consumption
- policy making
Key Concepts
cognitive development
social psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What early beliefs have you reexamined?
- How can society reduce early prejudice?
A Different Perspective
Changing deep-seated biases is difficult.
