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It is not enough to have a good mind the main thing is to use it well
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"It is not enough to have a good mind; the main thing is to use it well"

- Rene Descartes

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This quote by Rene Descartes highlights the value of utilizing one's intelligence and understanding in an efficient and significant way. Having a great mind is inadequate; it is necessary to utilize it in a manner that is beneficial to oneself and to others. This quote motivates us to think critically and to utilize our minds to make choices that are advantageous to our lives and to the lives of those around us. It also encourages us to utilize our minds to produce options to issues and to make favorable changes in our lives and in the world. This quote reminds us that having a great mind is only the primary step; it is up to us to utilize it in such a way that is advantageous to ourselves and to others.

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France Flag This quote is written / told by Rene Descartes between March 31, 1596 and February 11, 1650. He/she was a famous Mathematician from France. The author also have 28 other quotes.

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