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“Who expects to be able to go out of a house except by the door? How is it then that no one follows this Way of ours?” quote by Confucius
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“Who expects to be able to go out of a house except by the door? How is it then that no one follows this Way of ours?”

Confucius

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Source Analects: Book 12, Confucius, 5th century BC

People often ignore obvious solutions, like exiting a house through the door, preferring complex paths.

In simple terms: People ignore simple solutions.

Key Takeaway

Choose the straightforward path.

Themes

simplicity wisdom habit

Mood

thoughtful instructive

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • daily routines
  • problem solving
  • education

Key Concepts

conformity obviousness

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do we complicate easy tasks?
  • How can we encourage simple thinking?
A Different Perspective

Cultural norms may resist simplicity.

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