Mind Quote by Rebecca Goldstein
“Philosophical thinking that doesn't do violence to one's settled mind is no philosophical thinking at all.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Philosophy of Love, Rebecca Goldstein, 2009
Thinking that avoids challenging the mind is not true philosophy.
In simple terms: Philosophy must challenge the mind.
Embrace intellectual discomfort.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- academic study
- personal reflection
- debate
- creative writing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance comfort and growth?
- What beliefs resist scrutiny?
May lead to anxiety or paralysis.