“Science, my lad, is made up of mistakes, but they are mistakes which it is useful to make, because they lead little by little to the truth.”
What this quote means
Verne rehabilitates error in the quest for truth. Science advances by trial and error, and each mistake is a step toward understanding. This quote encourages us to dare to be wrong, to see failure as learning. It resonates with those who fear making mistakes, and invites them to persevere despite obstacles.
How to apply it daily
Recall a past mistake, write down what it taught you, and apply that lesson to a current project.
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