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“It's only by thinking even more crazily than philosophers do that you can solve their problems.” quote by Ludwig Wittgenstein
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“It's only by thinking even more crazily than philosophers do that you can solve their problems.”

Ludwig Wittgenstein

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Source Interview: The Unpublished Lectures, 1930s

Solving problems may require thinking more wildly than traditional philosophers.

In simple terms: Crazy ideas can solve tough problems.

Key Takeaway

Embrace radical thinking.

Themes

creativity philosophy problem solving

Mood

thought‑provoking challenging

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • research
  • design thinking
  • artistic creation
  • entrepreneurship

Key Concepts

lateral thinking innovation philosophical inquiry

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is radical thinking appropriate?
  • How to balance craziness with rigor?
A Different Perspective

Extreme ideas can be impractical.

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