Creativity Quote by Steve Aylett
““Originality irritates so obscurely that people may have to evolve to scratch it.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Last Days of New York by Steve Aylett, 1998
The quote suggests that true originality is so unsettling that society must adapt before it can accept or understand it.
In simple terms: Original ideas can be uncomfortable and need cultural change.
Embrace change to welcome new ideas.
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When to use this quote
- art criticism
- technology adoption
- social movements
- personal expression
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you react when faced with a truly novel concept?
- What societal shifts enable acceptance of new ideas?
Originality may be dismissed as nonsense before it gains traction.