Skip to content

Adversity Quote by John Maynard Keynes

“The difficulty lies not so much in developing new ideas as in escaping the old ones.” quote by John Maynard Keynes
Download Open image
““The difficulty lies not so much in developing new ideas as in escaping the old ones.””

John Maynard Keynes

About This Quote

Innovation is hindered more by clinging to outdated concepts than by generating fresh ones.

In simple terms: Old ideas block new ones.

Key Takeaway

Challenge and discard outdated assumptions.

Themes

innovation progress mindset

Mood

reflective determined

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • business strategy
  • research
  • education
  • policy making
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

cognitive bias paradigm shift

Questions to Reflect On

  • What old assumptions limit your work?
  • How can you foster openness to new ideas?
A Different Perspective

Changing entrenched beliefs can meet resistance.

4.3 out of 5 (3 ratings)

More by John Maynard Keynes

Explore all 246 John Maynard Keynes quotes

More Adversity quotes

Browse all 4,827 Adversity quotes