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Ideas Quote by Kim Stanley Robinson

“Rock is much more malleable than ideas.” quote by Kim Stanley Robinson
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“Rock is much more malleable than ideas.”

Kim Stanley Robinson

About This Quote

Source Novel: Aurora, 2015

Ideas are more flexible than rock, implying thoughts can be reshaped easily unlike physical matter.

In simple terms: Ideas can be molded more readily than stone.

Key Takeaway

Embrace adaptability in thinking.

Themes

creativity flexibility innovation ideas materiality

Mood

inspirational thoughtful

Type

philosophical practical

When to use this quote

  • problem solving
  • design thinking
  • education reform
  • policy development

Key Concepts

philosophy cognitive science literature

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you adapt your ideas when faced with new evidence?
  • What prevents you from reshaping your beliefs?
A Different Perspective

Rigid ideas can become entrenched despite flexibility of thought.

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