Conformity Quote by Mokokoma Mokhonoana
““Opinions of the masses kill the 'extra' in an 'extraordinary' idea.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Power of Original Thought, 2018
Mass opinion can suppress unique ideas, stifling innovation.
In simple terms: Crowd thinking kills extraordinary ideas.
Key Takeaway
Protect and nurture originality.
Themes
innovation
conformity
creativity
Mood
critical
inspirational
Type
philosophical
creative
When to use this quote
- product development
- artistic creation
- entrepreneurship
Key Concepts
social pressure
idea generation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you safeguard your ideas from mainstream bias?
- What environments foster extraordinary thinking?
A Different Perspective
Society also rewards conformity, making it hard to stand out.
