Quote by Ludwig Wittgenstein

A man will be imprisoned in a room with a door that's unlocked and opens inwards; as long as it does not occur to him to pull rather than push.

A man will be imprisoned in a room with a door that's unlock

Summary

This quote highlights the idea that sometimes the solutions to our problems or limitations are within our reach, but we fail to see them because we are limited by our own perceptions or ways of thinking. The analogy of the unlocked door represents a potential opportunity for freedom or progress, but the person's failure to consider an alternative action prevents them from accessing it. It serves as a reminder to examine our assumptions, think outside the box, and approach situations from different perspectives to discover the possibilities we may be missing.

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Prison

By Ludwig Wittgenstein

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