Angle Quote by Graham Greene
“It's strange how the human mind swings back and forth, from one extreme to another. Does truth lie at some point of the pendulum's swing, at a point where it never rests, not in the dull perpendicular mean where it dangles in the end like a windless flag, but at an angle, nearer one extreme than another? If only a miracle could stop the pendulum at an angle of sixty degrees, one would believe the truth was there.”
About This Quote
The mind oscillates between extremes, suggesting truth may lie near, not at a neutral midpoint.
In simple terms: Truth may be found near an extreme, not in the middle.
Key Takeaway
Seek insight beyond the middle.
Themes
philosophy
psychology
truth
balance
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- debates
- personal reflection
- decision making
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
dialectics
relativism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you identify when a middle ground is insufficient?
- What benefits arise from embracing a near‑extreme view?
A Different Perspective
Extreme positions can be limiting; nuance matters.
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