Believe Quote by Christopher Hitchens
“I appear as a skeptic, who believes that doubt is the great engine, the great fuel of all inquiry, all discovery and all innovation.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: The Skeptic's Manifesto, 2005
Skepticism fuels inquiry, discovery, and innovation; doubt is a powerful engine.
In simple terms: Doubt drives inquiry and innovation.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate healthy skepticism.
Themes
skepticism
inquiry
innovation
Mood
analytical
inspired
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- research
- education
- entrepreneurship
Key Concepts
critical thinking
scientific method
Questions to Reflect On
- How can doubt be balanced with confidence?
- What role does skepticism play in creativity?
A Different Perspective
Excessive doubt can paralyze action.
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