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“We are all agreed that your theory is crazy. The question which divides us is whether it is crazy enough to have a chance of being correct. My own feeling is that it is not crazy enough.” quote by Niels Bohr
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“We are all agreed that your theory is crazy. The question which divides us is whether it is crazy enough to have a chance of being correct. My own feeling is that it is not crazy enough.”

Niels Bohr

About This Quote

Source Speech: Interview, 1950s, Niels Bohr on scientific theories

A theory must be radical enough to challenge prevailing views, yet plausible enough to be considered viable

In simple terms: Bold ideas need daring to be taken seriously

Key Takeaway

Embrace boldness, test limits

Themes

innovation risk science

Mood

provocative inquisitive

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • research proposals
  • startup pitches
  • policy debates
  • artistic experiments

Key Concepts

Paradigm shift creative thinking

Questions to Reflect On

  • How far can you push a hypothesis before it loses credibility?
  • What balance between novelty and plausibility is optimal?
A Different Perspective

Too much craziness can alienate supporters

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