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Children Quote by Christopher Morley

“We call a child's mind 'small' simply by habit; perhaps it is larger than ours is, for it can take in almost anything without effort.” quote by Christopher Morley
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“We call a child's mind 'small' simply by habit; perhaps it is larger than ours is, for it can take in almost anything without effort.”

Christopher Morley

About This Quote

Source Essay: Unknown (likely literary essay)

Children’s minds are naturally expansive, unburdened by habitual constraints that limit adult thinking.

In simple terms: Children think freely.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate childlike openness.

Themes

creativity learning mindset

Mood

playful inquisitive

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • education
  • parenting
  • innovation

Key Concepts

cognitive development habit formation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you reclaim childlike curiosity?
  • What habits limit your thinking?
A Different Perspective

Adults may resist unstructured thinking.

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