Quote by Kelvin Mackenzie

If they have a popular thought they have to go into a darkened room and lie down until it passes.

If they have a popular thought they have to go into a darken

Summary

This quote humorously suggests that individuals who hold popular thoughts or opinions should isolate themselves temporarily until those thoughts lose their popularity. It implies that these people should temporarily retreat from the public sphere to avoid being driven solely by popular trends or public consensus. The quote highlights the need for individuals to critically examine their own thoughts and not be swayed solely by the influence of others.

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By Kelvin Mackenzie

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