Quote by Criss Jami

Generally, there is a lot of truth value in stepping back, observing, then logically generalizing the extremes of what you see.

Generally, there is a lot of truth value in stepping back, o

Summary

This quote suggests that it is important to take a step back from a situation, carefully observe it, and then draw logical conclusions based on the extremes of what is observed. By doing so, one can gain a deeper understanding and identify patterns or generalizations that may not be immediately apparent. This approach emphasizes the need for objectivity and critical thinking in order to arrive at a more accurate and insightful understanding of things.

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Logic Observation Extremes Logical Thinking Generalization Extremities Generalizing Observe Observing Stepping Stepping Back

By Criss Jami

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