Accomplished Quote by George Bernard Shaw
“Nothing is ever accomplished by a reasonable man.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Man and Superman, George Bernard Shaw, 1903
Reasonable people rarely achieve anything; boldness or irrationality drives progress.
In simple terms: Reasonable alone achieves little.
Key Takeaway
Embrace bold, unconventional ideas.
Themes
creativity
risk
innovation
reason
Mood
provocative
challenging
Type
philosophical
dramatic
When to use this quote
- entrepreneurship
- artistic creation
- scientific discovery
- social reform
Key Concepts
irrationality as catalyst
breakthrough thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it wise to act irrationally?
- How to balance reason and boldness?
A Different Perspective
Risk can lead to failure or harm.
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