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Approach Quote by Daniel Dennett

“Philosophers are never quite sure what they are talking about - about what the issues really are - and so often it takes them rather a long time to recognize that someone with a somewhat different approach (or destination, or starting point) is making a contribution.” quote by Daniel Dennett
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“Philosophers are never quite sure what they are talking about - about what the issues really are - and so often it takes them rather a long time to recognize that someone with a somewhat different approach (or destination, or starting point) is making a contribution.”

Daniel Dennett

About This Quote

Source Book: Intuition Pumps and Other Tools for Thinking, 2013, Daniel Dennett

Notes philosophers' uncertainty and the time needed to recognize diverse contributions.

In simple terms: Philosophers often take long to see others' ideas.

Key Takeaway

Embrace diverse perspectives.

Themes

philosophy uncertainty collaboration

Mood

inquisitive analytical

Type

philosophical advice

When to use this quote

  • academic research
  • team projects
  • public discourse

Key Concepts

epistemology intellectual humility

Questions to Reflect On

  • How open are you to new approaches?
  • What delays recognition of others' ideas?
A Different Perspective

Rigid thinking can stall progress.

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