"Few people are capable of expressing with equanimity opinions which differ from the prejudices of their social environment. Most people are even incapable of forming such opinions"
- Albert Einstein
About this Quote
This quote by Albert Einstein speaks to the difficulty of thinking individually and forming viewpoints that differ from the bulk. He recommends that it is rare to find someone who can reveal their own opinion without being influenced by the opinions of those around them. He indicates that many people are not able to believe on their own and instead rely on the viewpoints of their social environment. This quote highlights the value of being able to believe for oneself and form viewpoints that are not affected by the majority. It is very important to be able to think seriously and form opinions that are based upon truths and proof, rather than merely following the opinions of those around us.
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