Knowledge Quote by Arnold Bennett
““There can be no knowledge without emotion. We may be aware of a truth, yet until we have felt its force, it is not ours. To the cognition of the brain must be added the experience of the soul. -i got this quote from a john buccigross column (ESPN.com). the reason why i got it, was that i got pissed at this woman i used to work with that always sent quotes with her e-mails that she thought made her look smart…we're both teachers…anyhow…i thought this quote made me seem extra smart, but really, i think it's kinda lame…””
About This Quote
Source Column: ESPN.com, John Buccigross, 2005
Knowledge requires emotional engagement; intellectual understanding alone feels detached, so feeling the truth makes it truly personal.
In simple terms: Feelings make facts meaningful.
Key Takeaway
Combine heart with mind for deeper learning.
Themes
emotion
learning
cognition
experience
education
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- Teaching
- personal development
- creative writing
- public speaking
Key Concepts
embodied cognition
affective learning
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- When does feeling hinder objectivity?
- How can you balance emotion and logic?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on emotion may bias reasoning.
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