Assume Quote by Stephen King
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““Clay said, "If they have flashlights like us, we can almost assume-" "We can't assume anything," [Alice] said restlessly, querulously. "My father says assume makes an ass out of you and me. Get it, u and-" "I get it," Clay said.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Dark Tower: The Gunslinger, 1982
Highlights the danger of assuming knowledge without evidence, using humor to stress humility in reasoning.
In simple terms: Don't assume without proof; stay humble.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions before accepting them.
Themes
critical thinking
humor
communication
Mood
thoughtful
lighthearted
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- debates
- teaching
- problem solving
- team meetings
Key Concepts
epistemic humility
dialogue
Questions to Reflect On
- How often do you catch yourself assuming?
- What strategies help you verify facts?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex reasoning to a single exchange.
