Inspirational Quote by Richard Farson
“Nothing is as invisible as the obvious.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: “The Art of Thinking Clearly” podcast, 2015
Obvious facts are often overlooked because they seem too simple to notice.
In simple terms: People miss obvious things.
Key Takeaway
Pay attention to what seems too simple.
Themes
perception
obviousness
awareness
cognition
Mood
curious
alert
thoughtful
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- daily decision making
- problem solving
- team meetings
- learning new skills
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
attention
simplification
Questions to Reflect On
- What obvious detail have you ignored recently?
- How can you train yourself to notice the simple?
A Different Perspective
Obviousness can be dismissed as trivial, leading to missed opportunities.
