Quote by Stanislaw Lec

Thoughts, like fleas, jump from man to man, but they don't bite everybody.

Thoughts, like fleas, jump from man to man, but they don't b

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This quote suggests that ideas and thoughts can spread rapidly among individuals, but they don't necessarily have an impact on everyone. Similar to how fleas can jump from person to person, thoughts can be shared and transmitted, but they might not resonate or affect everyone in the same manner. It highlights the subjective nature of ideas and the fact that not all individuals may be receptive to or influenced by the same thoughts or concepts.

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