Human nature Quote by Walter Bagehot
“One of the greatest pains to human nature is the pain of a new idea.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The English Constitution, 1867
New ideas cause discomfort because they challenge familiar habits and beliefs.
In simple terms: New ideas hurt.
Embrace discomfort as growth.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal development
- creative work
- education
- leadership
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you respond to unsettling ideas?
- What benefits can arise from that discomfort?
Ideas can be resisted and cause fear.