Behave Quote by Herbert Simon
“Human knowledge has been changing from the word go and people in certain respects behave more rationally than they did when they didn't have it. They spend less time doing rain dances and more time seeding clouds.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Administrative Behavior, Herbert Simon, 1947
Human knowledge evolves, leading people to act more rationally, replacing superstition with scientific methods.
In simple terms: Knowledge growth makes people more rational.
Key Takeaway
Embrace learning to act rationally.
Themes
rationality
progress
science
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- education reform
- policy making
- technology adoption
- personal development
Key Concepts
cognitive evolution
knowledge diffusion
Questions to Reflect On
- How does new knowledge change daily habits?
- What old practices persist despite knowledge?
A Different Perspective
Rationality may be limited by cultural inertia.
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