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“It has been a bitter mortification for me to digest the conclusion that the "race is for the strong" and that I shall probably do little more but be content to admire the strides others made in science.” quote by Charles Darwin
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“It has been a bitter mortification for me to digest the conclusion that the "race is for the strong" and that I shall probably do little more but be content to admire the strides others made in science.”

Charles Darwin

About This Quote

Source Letter: Private correspondence, 1881

He feels humbled by scientific progress, accepting his limits and admiring others' achievements.

In simple terms: Accept personal limits, admire others.

Key Takeaway

Embrace humility, celebrate others' work.

Themes

humility science self‑assessment

Mood

thoughtful inspirational

Type

philosophical academic

When to use this quote

  • academic research
  • collaborative projects
  • career mentorship

Key Concepts

evolutionary theory intellectual modesty

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance humility with ambition?
  • What role does admiration play in scientific progress?
A Different Perspective

Some may view humility as lack of ambition.

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