Learning Quote by David Mitchell
“The learnin' mind is the livin' mind, Meronym said, an any sort o'Smart is truesome Smart, old Smart or new high Smart or low.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Cloud Atlas, 2004
The learning mind is the living mind; any kind of smartness, old or new, high or low, is true intelligence.
In simple terms: Learning keeps the mind alive; all forms of smartness are genuine.
Key Takeaway
Embrace all kinds of intelligence.
Themes
education
growth
diversity
Mood
thoughtful
encouraging
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- teaching
- personal development
- cross‑disciplinary work
Key Concepts
cognitive flexibility
lifelong learning
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define true intelligence?
- What value does diverse knowledge bring?
A Different Perspective
Some “smart” may be superficial.
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