Attention Quote by Edmund Burke
“It is known that the taste--whatever it is--is improved exactly as we improve our judgment, by extending our knowledge, by a steady attention to our object, and by frequent exercise.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Thoughts on the Cause of the Present Discontents, 1790
Improving taste depends on better judgment, knowledge, focus, and practice.
In simple terms: Taste improves with judgment, knowledge, focus, practice.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate judgment and practice.
Themes
taste
judgment
learning
practice
refinement
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- culinary arts
- visual arts
- music appreciation
- academic study
- personal development
Key Concepts
Aesthetics
philosophy of perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you apply steady attention to improve your taste?
- What practices help refine your judgment?
A Different Perspective
Taste can be subjective and cultural biases may affect judgment.
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