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“You see, one thing is, I can live with doubt and uncertainty and not knowing. I have approximate answers and possible beliefs and different degrees of certainty about different things... It doesn't frighten me.” quote by Richard P. Feynman
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“You see, one thing is, I can live with doubt and uncertainty and not knowing. I have approximate answers and possible beliefs and different degrees of certainty about different things... It doesn't frighten me.”

Richard P. Feynman

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Source Lecture: The Character of Physical Law, 1965

He accepts uncertainty, holding provisional beliefs without fear.

In simple terms: He lives with doubt and uncertainty comfortably.

Key Takeaway

Accept uncertainty and stay open to new ideas.

Themes

uncertainty science philosophy open‑mindedness

Mood

thoughtful inquisitive

Type

scientific philosophical

When to use this quote

  • research
  • decision making
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

epistemology probability belief systems

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you make decisions with incomplete information?
  • What role does doubt play in creativity?
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Uncertainty can hinder decisive action.

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