Attempt Quote by Kim Stanley Robinson
““We have to start doing this in ignorance of the details of how to do it. We have to learn how to do it in the attempt itself. It is something we are going to have to imagine.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Future of Innovation, 2024
We must begin actions without full knowledge, learning through the process itself, using imagination to guide us.
In simple terms: Start without all details, learn by doing, imagine the way.
Key Takeaway
Act, learn, imagine simultaneously.
Themes
innovation
learning by doing
imagination
uncertainty
growth
Mood
hopeful
forward-looking
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- startup ventures
- research labs
- policy development
- educational curricula
Key Concepts
systems thinking
creative problem solving
iterative design
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we manage uncertainty while innovating?
- What role does imagination play in practical solutions?
A Different Perspective
Risk of missteps without proper planning.
