Quote by William A. Orton

If you keep your mind sufficiently open, people will throw a lot of rubbish into it.

If you keep your mind sufficiently open, people will throw a

Summary

This quote suggests that maintaining an open mind makes one susceptible to receiving a lot of nonsense and irrelevant information from others. By being receptive and accepting of different perspectives, one becomes more prone to hearing questionable or baseless ideas. It serves as a reminder to critically evaluate the information and opinions that are presented to us, ensuring that we filter out the rubbish and make informed judgments. The quote emphasizes the importance of maintaining a balance between open-mindedness and critical thinking in order to avoid being influenced by irrelevant or misleading ideas.

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