Open Mind Quotes

“The trouble with having an open mind, of course, is that people will insist on coming along and trying to put things in it.”
― Terry Pratchett, Diggers

“We must be willing to let go of the life we planned so as to have the life that is waiting for us.”
― Joseph Campbell

“Your assumptions are your windows on the world. Scrub them off every once in a while, or the light won't come in.”
― Alan Alda

“All men dream: but not equally. Those who dream by night in the dusty recesses of their minds wake up in the day to find it was vanity, but the dreamers of the day are dangerous men, for they may act their dreams with open eyes, to make it possible.”
― T.E. Lawrence, Seven Pillars of Wisdom: A Triumph

“It's okay to disagree with the thoughts or opinions expressed by other people. That doesn't give you the right to deny any sense they might make. Nor does it give you a right to accuse someone of poorly expressing their beliefs just because you don't like what they are saying. Learn to recognize good writing when you read it, even if it means overcoming your pride and opening your mind beyond what is comfortable.”
― Ashly Lorenzana

“It's a fact—everyone is ignorant in some way or another.

Ignorance is our deepest secret.

And it is one of the scariest things out there, because those of us who are most ignorant are also the ones who often don't know it or don't want to admit it.

Here is a quick test:

If you have never changed your mind about some fundamental tenet of your belief, if you have never questioned the basics, and if you have no wish to do so, then you are likely ignorant.

Before it is too late, go out there and find someone who, in your opinion, believes, assumes, or considers certain things very strongly and very differently from you, and just have a basic honest conversation.

It will do both of you good.”
― Vera Nazarian, The Perpetual Calendar of Inspiration

“I find I am much prouder of the victory I obtain over myself, when, in the very ardor of dispute, I make myself submit to my adversary’s force of reason, than I am pleased with the victory I obtain over him through his weakness.”
― Michel de Montaigne, The Complete Essays

“The world is full of people who have never, since childhood, met an open doorway with an open mind.”
― E.B. White

“Every human being on the face of the earth has a steel plate in his head, but if you lie down now and then and get still as you can, it will slide open like elevator doors, letting in all the secret thoughts that have been standing around so patiently, pushing the button for a ride to the top. The real troubles in life happen when those hidden doors stay closed for too long.”
― Sue Monk Kidd, The Secret Life of Bees

“Each moment embrace or more so cherish. As gentle the wind blows,” “wrap yourself within its flow.”
― Sherman Kennon, Whisk Of Dust: Too Unseen Distance

“Books open your mind, broaden your mind, and strengthen you as nothing else can.”
― William Feather

“In fact, the more each person can remove his or her ego from the discussion and focus on the subject matter, the more fruitful the conversation will be for all involved.”
― Matthew Kelly, The Seven Levels of Intimacy: The Art of Loving and the Joy of Being Loved

“Flexibility requires an open mind and a welcoming of new alternatives.”
― Deborah Day

“Racists are snakes. Their minds are closed but their mouths are wide open, full of venom, ready to sting and destroy people around them.”
― Mouloud Benzadi

“It's a persons ego that leads them away. So I should say, let your mind be open to those things that affects your ego. Learn how to accept your mistakes and learn how to understand mistakes of others.”
― Jayson Engay

“Mind has door. A password can open it.
That word is stored safely in your heart,
waiting for your willingness to retrieve it.”
― Toba Beta, My Ancestor Was an Ancient Astronaut

“If a satire breeds misconceptions, it's an effective satire. The more misconceptions, the more powerful the messages within the satire. Satire can be witty and wise, so it would behoove the reader to drop all their judgmental baggage and other distortions at the cover before entering the pages of satire.”
― Jasun Ether

“I’ve learned to fall like the BJJ player, to protect the body through controlling the distribution of force by slapping the mat with hands open. With hands open. Hands open. Open. O Pen.”
― Cameron Conaway, Caged: Memoirs of a Cage-Fighting Poet

“We often think that there is just one way to look at things - the way we always have. In fact, there are an infinite number of ways to look at most everything. An open mind allows for a multitude of perspectives from which to choose in any given moment. That suppleness of mind allows for true choice, and opens us to a whole new realm of possibility.”
― Jeffrey R. Anderson, The Nature of Things - Navigating Everyday Life with Grace

“Be honest. This applies to every area of your life. Sketchiness is not an attractive trait. No more trying to cover up your baggage, sweeping things under the rug, withholding truth, blatant lying, or even telling seemingly ‘harmless’ white lies or half-truths – release the need to lie completely! Start NOW.”
― Alaric Hutchinson, Living Peace: Essential Teachings For Enriching Life

“Always be open to inspiration. You never know where it may come from. Begin with an open mind, end with an inspired heart.”
― Sheri Fink

“Discussions, debates and even arguments will be fruitful if done with an open mind.”
― Haresh Sippy

“Debate as if you’re right but listen in case you’re wrong.”
― Frank Sonnenberg, BECOME: Unleash the Power of Moral Character and Be Proud of the Life You Choose

“Wonder and inspiration occur when we have the open eyes, hearts, and minds of small children.”
― Laurie E. Smith

“Your mental model may make you behave as though you know everything until you realize that you don't.”
― Mohith Agadi

“In a world full of know-it-alls, opt to be a learn-it-all!”
― Sanjo Jendayi

“You don't need to send an invitation to the sun; open the window and it will come in; you don't need to send an invitation to wisdom either, just open the curtains in your mind!”
― Mehmet Murat ildan

“What were you looking for?” Kennedy asked. “Besides tracks.”

“Nothing in particular,” Leaphorn said. “You’re not really looking for anything in particular. If you do that, you don’t see things you’re not looking for.”
― Tony Hillerman, Talking God

“Keep an open mind. Do not worry about a closed door in life. A better door will eventually come.”
― Gift Gugu Mona, Beyond the Closed Door: Unique Keys to Unlock Destinies

“The more you learn about psychology, philosophy, and epistemology in regard to human perception, the more you will be able to identify how fearful people are of our perception of reality being the only one that exists.”
― J. Wesley, Love Over Fear: A Foundation for Autonomy