Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

If a man sits down to think, he is immediately asked if has a headache.

If a man sits down to think, he is immediately asked if has

Summary

This quote humorously highlights the tendency of others to assume that deep thought or contemplation is a result of physical discomfort, such as a headache. It satirizes the limited understanding or disinterest of those who fail to recognize the value of introspection or the profound process of cognitive engagement. The quote suggests that people often prioritize immediate, surface-level concerns over more profound intellectual pursuits.

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Thought

By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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