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“The greatest discovery any alien anthropologist could make about our culture is our overriding response to failure: If it didn't work last year, do it AGAIN this year (and if possible do it MORE)” quote by Daniel Quinn
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““The greatest discovery any alien anthropologist could make about our culture is our overriding response to failure: If it didn't work last year, do it AGAIN this year (and if possible do it MORE) ””

Daniel Quinn

About This Quote

The quote argues that persistence after failure is a cultural hallmark, urging repeated and intensified attempts.

In simple terms: Keep trying after failure, even more each time.

Key Takeaway

Persist and intensify after setbacks.

Themes

failure resilience culture

Mood

determined critical

Type

motivational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • business
  • science
  • personal development

Key Concepts

psychology behavioral economics motivation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does repeated effort reveal about your values?
  • When should you change strategy instead of persisting?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on repetition may ignore learning from failure.

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