Brain Quote by M. Carey Thomas
“One thing I am determined on is that by the time I die my brain shall weigh as much as a man's if study and learning can make it so.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Academic Ambitions, 1910
The speaker aspires to a brain weight equal to a man's, reflecting a belief that intense study can physically enlarge the mind.
In simple terms: Study can make the brain heavier.
Key Takeaway
Pursue relentless learning.
Themes
education
ambition
gender
Mood
inspirational
determined
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- higher education
- personal development
- research careers
Key Concepts
Neuroscience
intellectual growth
Questions to Reflect On
- Is brain size linked to intelligence?
- What non‑physical benefits does learning provide?
A Different Perspective
Physical brain weight is not a true measure of intellect.
