Ability Quote by Alfred Bester
“Intellect is the ability to avoid belaboring the obvious.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Demolished Man by Alfred Bester, 1953
Intellect means recognizing when something is obvious and not wasting effort on it.
In simple terms: Smart people skip needless explanations.
Key Takeaway
Focus on non‑obvious problems.
Themes
intelligence
efficiency
communication
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- workplace meetings
- teaching
- writing
- debates
Key Concepts
critical thinking
cognitive economy
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you over‑explained something?
- How can you tell if something truly is obvious?
A Different Perspective
May overlook subtle complexities that seem obvious.
