Science Quote by Richard P. Feynman
““I've always been rather very one-sided about the science, and when I was younger, I concentrated almost all my effort on it. I didn't have time to learn, and I didn't have much patience for what's called the humanities; even though in the university there were humanities that you had to take, I tried my best to avoid somehow to learn anything and to work on it. It's only afterwards, when I've gotten older and more relaxed that I've spread out a little bit — I've learned to draw, and I read a little bit, but I'm really still a very one-sided person and don't know a great deal. I have a limited intelligence and I've used it in a particular direction.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Feynman Lectures on Physics, 1985
He reflects on his early focus on science at the expense of humanities, acknowledging later attempts to broaden his knowledge but still feeling one‑sided.
In simple terms: He was a science‑focused thinker who later tried to learn arts and humanities.
Key Takeaway
Balance scientific depth with broader learning.
Themes
education
self‑reflection
interdisciplinarity
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
personal
philosophical
When to use this quote
- academic career
- personal development
- lifelong learning
- cross‑disciplinary projects
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
intellectual humility
Questions to Reflect On
- How can specialists integrate humanities without losing expertise?
- What barriers prevent deeper cross‑disciplinary study?
A Different Perspective
His self‑assessment may underplay the value of interdisciplinary insight.
