Funny Quote by Anonymous
“Who's this Simon, and why should I do what he says?”
About This Quote
Questioning authority without understanding its basis leads to blind obedience.
In simple terms: Know why you follow.
Key Takeaway
Seek understanding.
Themes
authority
questioning
obedience
Mood
inquisitive
skeptical
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- workplace
- family
- social movements
Key Concepts
critical thinking
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do you accept directives?
- What evidence would change your view?
A Different Perspective
Blind trust can be necessary for cohesion.
![“Anyway, he's [Simon] obviously not here. Go back to what you were doing. What's the point in wasting a perfectly good brick wall when you have someone to throw against it, that's what I always say." And she [Isabelle] stalked off, back toward the bar. - City of Fallen Angels pg 188 hardcover” quote by Cassandra Clare](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/509/cassandra-clare-9_angel_anyway-he-s-simon-obviously-not-here-go_667380.jpg)
