Quote by Gerald W. Johnson

The closed mind, if closed long enough, can be opened by nothing short of dynamite.

The closed mind, if closed long enough, can be opened by not

Summary

This quote suggests that an individual with a closed mind, one unwilling to consider new ideas or perspectives, can only be influenced or convinced to change through a forceful and drastic intervention, symbolized by dynamite. It implies that a closed mind is resistant to change and requires a significant and impactful event to create a breakthrough. The quote emphasizes the difficulty of changing deeply ingrained beliefs or biases and highlights the transformative power of a forceful intervention needed to overcome them.

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By Gerald W. Johnson

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