Quote by Alfred North Whitehead

In every age of well-marked transition, there is the pattern of habitual dumb practice and emotion which is passing and there is oncoming a new complex of habit.

In every age of well-marked transition, there is the pattern

Summary

This quote suggests that during times of significant change, individuals tend to cling to old habits and emotions that are fading away, while new habits and emotions gradually emerge. It implies that people struggle to adapt to the shifts and uncertainties brought about by transitions. The quote highlights a recurring pattern where the familiar gives way to the unfamiliar, emphasizing the human tendency to resist change.

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