Desire Quote by Richard P. Feynman
“I learned a lot of different things from different schools. MIT is a very good place…. It has developed for itself a spirit, so that every member of the whole place thinks that it’s the most wonderful place in the world—it’s the center, somehow, of scientific and technological development in the United States, if not the world … and while you don’t get a good sense of proportion there, you do get an excellent sense of being with it and in it, and having motivation and desire to keep on”
About This Quote
Source Speech: MIT Commencement Address, 1975
Immersion in a vibrant scientific community fuels motivation and a sense of purpose.
In simple terms: Being in a great place inspires drive.
Key Takeaway
Seek environments that spark curiosity.
Themes
education
motivation
community
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
advisory
When to use this quote
- college choice
- research labs
- startup ecosystems
- team building
Key Concepts
learning
culture
identity
purpose
Questions to Reflect On
- How does community shape your goals?
- What environment best fuels your curiosity?
A Different Perspective
May idealize institutions, ignoring personal agency.
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