Good sense is, of all things among men, the most equally distributed; for every one thinks himself so abundantly provided with it, that those even who are the most difficult to satisfy in everything else, do not usually desire a larger measure of this quality than they already possess. – Descartes in his infinite sarcastic wisdom
So, if you are always asking questions and seeking to know more, it’s probably a sign that you know a lot already.
Descartes is also the one who said “I think therefore I am” by which he meant something about metaphysics and God and the nature of perception but I like to think he was hip on inspirational chatter too. You are what you think you are. What you decide you are. That I do believe.
I also believe that I need this bag.
Spotted in Notting Hill, London in June. This bag has been the object of my desire since then. But, I don’t know where it’s from. If you do, let me know for I shall want to buy it. It’s too true. I love it. It says: Good sense is innate, having enough of it is GENIUS!!
Have a splendiferous afternoon Everyone!
2 comments
April says:
Jul 14, 2011
I swear I got hives reading that Descartes quote, thinking back to Honors Philosophy and having to write a proof on “I think therefore I am.”
oisercage says:
Jul 16, 2011
ahh sometimes they make school scary but I liked learning all this stuff. I think the key is to find a way to make it meaningful in your life and then you’re not just learning to pass a class but for Your Life!