Quote by Alfred North Whitehead, Science

Familiar things happen, and mankind does not bother about them. It requires a very unusual mind to undertake the analysis of the obvious.

Familiar things happen, and mankind does not bother about th

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This quote suggests that people often overlook or disregard things that they are familiar with because they perceive them as ordinary or predictable. To truly understand and analyze these familiar occurrences, one needs to possess a unique and exceptional mindset. The quote emphasizes that it takes a special perspective to delve deep into seemingly obvious matters and uncover new insights and understanding.

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By Alfred North Whitehead, Science

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