Assumptions Quote by Marshall McLuhan
“Most of our assumptions have outlived their uselessness.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Understanding Media: The Extensions of Man, 1964
Ideas persist beyond usefulness, becoming outdated yet still influencing thought.
In simple terms: Old ideas linger uselessly.
Key Takeaway
Question and discard obsolete assumptions.
Themes
cultural criticism
media theory
philosophy
Mood
critical
reflective
analytical
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- education
- media consumption
Key Concepts
technological determinism
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- Which assumptions are you still holding?
- How do they affect your decisions?
A Different Perspective
Clinging to outdated ideas can hinder progress.
