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Psychology Quote by John R.W. Stott

“Nowadays the really great mind is thought to be both broad and open – broad enough to absorb every fresh idea which is presented to it, and open enough to go on doing so for ever.” quote by John R.W. Stott
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““Nowadays the really great mind is thought to be both broad and open – broad enough to absorb every fresh idea which is presented to it, and open enough to go on doing so for ever.””

John R.W. Stott

About This Quote

The quote highlights that a truly great mind must be both expansive enough to absorb new ideas and open enough to continually engage with them.

In simple terms: Great minds are broad and perpetually open to new ideas.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate openness and breadth of knowledge.

Themes

education creativity intellectual humility

Mood

inspirational reflective

Type

philosophical educational

When to use this quote

  • personal development
  • research
  • teaching

Key Concepts

learning innovation interdisciplinary studies

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance breadth and depth in learning?
  • What practices keep your mind open yet discerning?
A Different Perspective

Openness can lead to information overload without focus.

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