Quote by Kurt Lewin

If you want truly to understand something, try to change it.

If you want truly to understand something, try to change it.

Summary

This quote suggests that in order to gain a deep understanding of something, one must engage in actively trying to change it. Simply observing or analyzing something from a distance may not provide the full comprehension that comes from actively interacting with it and attempting to modify it. By actively engaging and seeking to bring about change, one is able to uncover the complexities and intricacies underlying the subject, leading to a more profound understanding of it.

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