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“Moore's Law is really a thing about human activity, it's about vision, it's about what you're allowed to believe. Because people are really limited by their beliefs, they limit themselves by what they allow themselves to believe about what is possible.” quote by Carver Mead
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“Moore's Law is really a thing about human activity, it's about vision, it's about what you're allowed to believe. Because people are really limited by their beliefs, they limit themselves by what they allow themselves to believe about what is possible.”

Carver Mead

About This Quote

Source Lecture: Technology Forum, 1995

The quote links Moore’s Law to human belief systems, suggesting that perceived limits shape technological progress.

In simple terms: Belief shapes possibility.

Key Takeaway

Expand your beliefs to innovate.

Themes

innovation belief technology mindset

Mood

inspirational thought‑provoking

Type

technological philosophical

When to use this quote

  • R&D
  • entrepreneurship
  • education

Key Concepts

psychology of belief technological limits

Questions to Reflect On

  • What belief limits your work?
  • How can you broaden your vision?
A Different Perspective

Limiting beliefs can stall progress.

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