About Quote by Matthew Desmond
“The things you're closest to are often the things you know least about.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Evicted, Matthew Desmond, 2016
Close proximity often hides deep ignorance about the subject.
In simple terms: Being close doesn’t guarantee understanding.
Key Takeaway
Seek deeper knowledge of familiar things.
Themes
knowledge
humility
relationships
Mood
curious
serious
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- family life
- community work
- customer service
- friendships
Key Concepts
social dynamics
ignorance
learning
Questions to Reflect On
- What do you assume you know about close ones?
- How can you learn more about them?
A Different Perspective
Familiarity can breed complacency.
