Able Quote by Margaret Mead
“Anthropology demands the open-mindedness with which one must look and listen, record in astonishment and wonder that which one would not have been able to guess.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Anthropology Today, 1965
Anthropology requires open‑minded listening and wonder at the unexpected.
In simple terms: Be curious and listen.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate open‑minded observation.
Themes
culture
curiosity
methodology
Mood
inquisitive
thoughtful
Type
academic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- fieldwork
- museum curation
- education curricula
Key Concepts
ethnography
cognitive flexibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you practice open listening?
- What surprises have you encountered?
A Different Perspective
Bias can hinder true observation.
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