Quote by Jean Piaget

In other words, knowledge of the external world begins with an immediate utilisation of things, whereas knowledge of self is stopped by this purely practical and utilitarian contact.

In other words, knowledge of the external world begins with

Summary

This quote suggests that our understanding of the external world starts with our practical interactions and use of objects. By engaging with things and trying to make use of them, we can gain knowledge about the external world. However, when it comes to understanding ourselves and our own being, this practical contact with objects and the external world limits our self-knowledge. In other words, our focus on using things hinders our ability to introspect and gain a deeper understanding of our own selves.

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By Jean Piaget

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