Growth Quote by Jane Fletcher Geniesse
““To feel, and think, and learn—learn always: surely that is being alive and young in the real sense. And most people seem to want to stagnate when they reach middle age. I hope I shall not become so, resenting ideas that are not my ideas, and seeing the world with all its changes and growth as a series of congealed formulas.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Unknown, possibly essay collection, 20th century
The quote urges continuous curiosity and openness, warning against complacency and rigid thinking in adulthood.
In simple terms: Stay curious, avoid stagnation.
Embrace lifelong learning.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- personal relationships
- creative projects
- education
- health and wellness
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What habits keep you learning?
- How do you resist stagnation?
May become idealistic, ignoring practical constraints.