Quote by Bertrand Russell

As soon as we abandon our own reason, and are content to rely upon authority, there is no end to our troubles. p. 108.

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This quote suggests that when we relinquish our own ability to think critically and blindly accept authority or someone else's opinions as truth, we invite endless problems in our lives. By abandoning our own reasoning and becoming overly dependent on others, we limit our perspective and understanding of the world. This can lead to a lack of personal agency and freedom, as well as falling into a cycle of unquestioning obedience that may not always serve our best interests.

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