Determination Quote by Antonie van Leeuwenhoek
“My determination is not to remain stubbornly with my ideas, but I'll leave them and go over to others as soon as I am shown plausible reasons which I can grasp.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Personal Correspondence, Antonie van Leeuwenhoek, 1675
The writer is willing to abandon stubborn ideas when presented with understandable evidence.
In simple terms: I change my mind when shown clear reasons.
Key Takeaway
Seek evidence before clinging to beliefs.
Themes
open-mindedness
science
learning
humility
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- academic debates
- scientific research
- personal growth
Key Concepts
philosophy
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence would convince me?
- How do I handle cognitive dissonance?
A Different Perspective
Changing views can feel like loss of identity.
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