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“having considerable mind, changing it became almost as ponderous an operation as moving a barn, although not nearly so stable.” quote by Mary Roberts Rinehart
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“having considerable mind, changing it became almost as ponderous an operation as moving a barn, although not nearly so stable.”

Mary Roberts Rinehart

About This Quote

Source Short Story: The Man Who Was Thursday, 1925

Changing one’s mind is a difficult, labor‑intensive process.

In simple terms: Changing mind is hard work.

Key Takeaway

Embrace flexibility; practice open‑mindedness.

Themes

flexibility mental effort change

Mood

reflective motivational

Type

psychological self‑help

When to use this quote

  • career shift
  • learning new skill
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

cognitive flexibility personal development

Questions to Reflect On

  • What mental habits hinder your adaptability?
  • How can you make mindset shifts easier?
A Different Perspective

Change can be destabilizing.

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