Dues Quote by David Bohm
“We could say that practically all the problems of the human race are due to the fact that thought is not proprioceptive.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Wholeness and the Implicate Order, 1980
Human problems stem from thought lacking self‑awareness, leading to disconnection from reality.
In simple terms: Thought without self‑awareness causes issues.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate reflective thinking.
Themes
self‑awareness
thought
human problems
mindfulness
Mood
reflective
inquisitive
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- education
- therapy
- leadership development
Key Concepts
cognitive science
philosophy of mind
systems theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What practices enhance proprioceptive thought?
- Can societies foster collective self‑awareness?
A Different Perspective
Self‑awareness is hard to achieve.
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