Imagination Quote by Claude Bernard
“Put off your imagination, as you put off your overcoat, when you enter the laboratory. Put it on again, as you put on your overcoat, when you leave.”
About This Quote
One should leave imagination behind in the lab, treating it like a coat, and return to it after work.
In simple terms: Leave imagination out while working, bring it back later.
Key Takeaway
Separate work from creative thinking.
Themes
science
discipline
creativity
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
instruction
philosophical
When to use this quote
- research
- experiments
- creative breaks
Key Concepts
imagination
lab work
boundaries
Questions to Reflect On
- How can imagination benefit scientific work?
- When is it appropriate to re‑engage imagination?
A Different Perspective
May stifle innovative thinking.
