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“The strongest human instinct is to impart information, the second strongest is to resist it.” quote by Kenneth Grahame
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“The strongest human instinct is to impart information, the second strongest is to resist it.”

Kenneth Grahame

About This Quote

Source Book: The Wind in the Willows, Kenneth Grahame, 1908

People first seek to share knowledge, then often resist new ideas.

In simple terms: Sharing comes first, resisting second.

Key Takeaway

Balance openness with critical thinking.

Themes

communication knowledge resistance

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

philosophical educational

When to use this quote

  • teaching sessions
  • public debates
  • media literacy workshops
  • family discussions

Key Concepts

psychology information theory social behavior

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do we resist new information?
  • When is resistance beneficial?
A Different Perspective

Resistance can be protective against misinformation.

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