Calculating Quote by Rene Thom
“At a time when so many scholars in the world are calculating, is it not desirable that some, who can, dream ?”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Unknown, 20th century (attributed)
Encourages scholars to balance calculation with imagination, valuing dreaming as essential to progress.
In simple terms: Dreaming is as important as calculating.
Cultivate imagination alongside analysis.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- academic research
- artistic creation
- innovation
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you integrate dreaming into your daily work?
- What benefits arise from balancing analysis with imagination?
Dreams may lack concrete metrics, making them hard to justify.