Been Quote by Douglass North
“I would be remiss if I left the impression that my life has been totally preoccupied with scholarly research.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Economic History, 1995
He acknowledges that his life isn’t solely defined by academic work.
In simple terms: Not only research.
Balance scholarly work with other life aspects.
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When to use this quote
- teaching
- public speaking
- writing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you showcase non‑academic interests?
- What value does a broader identity bring?
Scholars may still be perceived as single‑minded.