Capacity Quote by George Bernard Shaw
“Men are wise in proportion, not to their experience, but to their capacity for experience.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Man and Superman, 1903
Wisdom depends more on one's ability to learn than on how much one has lived.
In simple terms: Wisdom comes from capacity to experience, not experience itself.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate openness to new experiences.
Themes
wisdom
learning
experience
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career development
- personal relationships
- education
- skill acquisition
Key Concepts
growth mindset
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you expand your capacity for experience?
- What limits your willingness to learn?
A Different Perspective
Experience alone does not guarantee insight.
