Progress Quote by Richard P. Feynman
“We are trying to prove ourselves wrong as quickly as possible, because only in that way can we find progress.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: “The Value of Being Wrong” at Caltech, 1975
Rapidly testing and disproving our ideas accelerates scientific progress.
In simple terms: Prove yourself wrong fast.
Embrace error to advance knowledge.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- research
- education
- innovation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you handle being proven wrong?
- What systems encourage quick feedback?
Wrongness can be discouraging.