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The third-rate mind is only happy when it is thinking with the majority. The second-rate mind is only happy when it is t
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"The third-rate mind is only happy when it is thinking with the majority. The second-rate mind is only happy when it is thinking with the minority. The first-rate mind is only happy when it is thinking"

- A. A. Milne

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This quote by A. A. Milne talks with the value of independent thought and also the power of the individual mind. It suggests that those with third-rate minds are content to just adhere to the crowd and also believe with the majority, while those with shoddy minds are material to assume with the minority. Nevertheless, those with first-rate minds are just absolutely pleased when they are believing for themselves. This quote encourages us to assume for ourselves as well as to not be afraid to challenge the status quo. It recommends that the most meeting and also rewarding life is one that is lived with independent thought and also creativity. It is a suggestion that we ought to strive to believe for ourselves as well as to not hesitate to challenge the bulk opinion. By doing so, we can open our full capacity and find true joy.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by A. A. Milne between January 18, 1882 and January 31, 1956. He/she was a famous Author from England. The author also have 18 other quotes.

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