Repetition Quote by Michael Crichton
““...thus do strange things cease to be strange upon repetition.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Andromeda Strain by Michael Crichton, 1969
Repeated exposure makes the unfamiliar become familiar, reducing its strangeness.
In simple terms: Repetition normalizes the strange.
Key Takeaway
Embrace repetition to demystify new experiences.
Themes
learning
familiarity
perception
Mood
curious
reflective
Type
observational
educational
When to use this quote
- science experiments
- first encounters
- cultural immersion
- learning new skills
Key Concepts
psychology
habituation
cognitive adaptation
Questions to Reflect On
- What unfamiliarities have you become comfortable with?
- How does repeated exposure change your judgment?
A Different Perspective
Repetition may also reinforce misconceptions if not critically examined.
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