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More Counterintuitive Quotes

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• At the heart of science is an essential balance between two seemingly contradictory attitudes-an openness to new ideas, no matter… — Carl Sagan
• Like an unexpected wet mop in the face of tired complacency, The Sovereignty Solution works on the receptive mind as… — Adam Garfinkle
• This seems counterintuitive, but turns out that as infant mortality is reduced, population sizes also decrease, because parents don't need… — Jane Chen
• The truly correct proof is one that strikes a harmonious balance between strength and flexibility. There are plenty of proofs… — Yoko Ogawa
• Even though it may seem counterintuitive, a comfort zone is a dangerous place to be. — Mary Lou Retton
• I fundamentally believe that politics is counterintuitive. The left think they're helping working people by providing more rights, but all… — Louise Mensch
• Counterintuitive action makes a fellow feel smart. — Penn Jillette
• Counterintuitive actions prove we can trust real knowledge and do the opposite of what we feel makes sense. — Penn Jillette
• I like titles that are a little difficult, because it's kind of counterintuitive. — Charlie Kaufman
• I wish I had coined the phrase 'tyranny of choice,' but someone beat me to it. The counterintuitive truth is… — Susan Orlean
• I think having a great idea is vastly overrated. I know it sounds kind of crazy and counterintuitive. I don't… — Felix Dennis
• The truth may be puzzling. It may take some work to grapple with. It may be counterintuitive. It may contradict… — Carl Sagan

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