Quote by George Bernard Shaw

It is difficult, if not impossible, for most people to think otherwise than in the fashion of their own period.

It is difficult, if not impossible, for most people to think

Summary

This quote suggests that the majority of people find it challenging, if not unattainable, to think outside the prevailing beliefs and ideas of their time. It implies that individuals are heavily influenced by the mindset and tendencies of their current era, making it difficult to consider alternative perspectives or adopt unconventional thoughts. The quote highlights the strong influence of cultural and societal norms on individual thinking patterns, emphasizing the limited capacity of most people to transcend the boundaries set by their period's prevailing thoughts and beliefs.

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Thought

By George Bernard Shaw

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