Brevity Quote by Blaise Pascal
“Our senses perceive no extreme. Too much sound deafens us; too much light dazzles us; too great distance or proximity hinders ourview. Too great length and too great brevity of discourse tends to obscurity; too much truth is paralyzing… In short, extremes are for us as though they were not, and we are not within their notice. They escape us, or we them.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Pensées by Blaise Pascal, 1670
Human perception struggles with extremes; moderate levels allow clarity, while excess overwhelms senses and understanding.
In simple terms: Extremes blind us; moderation reveals truth.
Key Takeaway
Seek balance, avoid extremes.
Themes
perception
moderation
human limits
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
observational
When to use this quote
- daily decision making
- media consumption
- design of environments
- educational content
Key Concepts
cognitive overload
sensory saturation
communication clarity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize when an extreme is harmful?
- When might an extreme be beneficial?
A Different Perspective
Extremes can sometimes be necessary for breakthroughs.
