STUPIDITY
“Stubborn and ardent clinging to one’s opinion is the best proof of stupidity.” Michel de Montaigne
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INTERPRETATION of TODAY’S QUOTE
“Ah, Michel de Montaigne, the French Renaissance philosopher known for his skepticism and humanism! This quote offers a biting critique of dogmatic thinking and the dangers of clinging too tightly to one’s beliefs.
Montaigne suggests that when we become too attached to our opinions, we shut ourselves off to new ideas and perspectives. We become blind to evidence that contradicts our beliefs, and we reject any possibility of learning or growth.
In this way, stubbornness and arrogance become markers not of wisdom or intelligence, but of stupidity. For true wisdom requires a willingness to question our assumptions, to seek out new information, and to be open to changing our minds when presented with compelling evidence.
So, if we wish to avoid the pitfalls of dogmatism and ignorance, we must cultivate a sense of curiosity and humility, and be willing to let go of our cherished beliefs when they no longer serve us.” (pi ai)
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INSIGHTS for SUCCESS
There is no real success without valuing and practicing education, on purpose and with an open mind.
“Stupidity is a talent for misconception.” Edgar Allan Poe
“To forget one’s purpose is the commonest form of stupidity.” Friedrich Nietzsche
“What is it you most dislike? Stupidity, especially in its nastiest forms of racism and superstition.” Christopher Hitchens
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slow down and REFLECT
on the MEANING and the MESSAGE of today’s quotation
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“Stubborn and ardent clinging to one’s opinion is the best proof of stupidity.” Michel de Montaigne
Have you ever changed your opinion about an issue in the news? What was the issue, and what caused you to change your opinion?
Do you currently have any opinions about issues in the news that you believe would be very difficult for you to change? If so, why would it be difficult to change?
“There are many truths of which the full meaning cannot be realized until personal experience has brought it home.” (John Stuart Mill)
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