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“If all this damned quantum jumping were really here to stay, I should be sorry, I should be sorry I ever got involved with quantum theory.” quote by Erwin Schrodinger
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“If all this damned quantum jumping were really here to stay, I should be sorry, I should be sorry I ever got involved with quantum theory.”

Erwin Schrodinger

About This Quote

Source Letter: Personal correspondence, 1935

Quantum theory feels burdensome and regretful to the author, expressing discomfort with its implications.

In simple terms: He regrets working on quantum theory.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge discomfort with complex scientific fields.

Themes

science regret personal conflict

Mood

introspective philosophical

Type

scientific reflective

When to use this quote

  • research decisions
  • career reflection
  • intellectual honesty
  • scientific philosophy

Key Concepts

quantum mechanics theoretical physics

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do some scientists feel uneasy about their discoveries?
  • Can regret coexist with scientific advancement?
A Different Perspective

Regret may hinder progress.

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