Change Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero
“No well-informed person has declared a change of opinion to be inconstancy.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Letters to Atticus, 45 BC
Changing one's mind after careful consideration is not inconsistency but intellectual honesty.
In simple terms: Changing mind after learning is honest.
Key Takeaway
Embrace thoughtful revision.
Themes
intellectual honesty
open‑mindedness
learning
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- debates
- academic research
- personal growth
- political discourse
Key Concepts
philosophy
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you distinguish learning from indecisiveness?
- When is it wise to hold firm?
A Different Perspective
People may view frequent changes as fickle.
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