Quote by Marshall McLuhan

Everybody experiences far more than he understands. Yet it is experience, rather than understanding, that influences behavior.

Everybody experiences far more than he understands. Yet it i

Summary

This quote suggests that there is a significant discrepancy between what individuals experience and what they truly comprehend. It implies that people often cannot fully grasp or comprehend the extent of their own experiences. However, despite this lack of understanding, the quote states that it is these experiences that impact and shape one's behavior, rather than the level of comprehension. In essence, it highlights the idea that one's actions and choices are more influenced by lived experiences rather than mere intellectual understanding.

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Experience

By Marshall McLuhan

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