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They who are in the highest places, and have the most power, have the least liberty, because they are the read more
They who are in the highest places, and have the most power, have the least liberty, because they are the most observed
We cannot create observers by saying "observe," but by giving them the power and the means for this observation and read more
We cannot create observers by saying "observe," but by giving them the power and the means for this observation and these means are procured through education of the senses
You can observe a lot by just watching.
You can observe a lot by just watching.
He alone is an acute observer, who can observe minutely without being observed.
He alone is an acute observer, who can observe minutely without being observed.
Every man who observes vigilantly and resolves steadfastly grows unconsciously into genius.
Every man who observes vigilantly and resolves steadfastly grows unconsciously into genius.
The observation of nature is part of an artist's life, it enlarges his form [and] knowledge, keeps him fresh and read more
The observation of nature is part of an artist's life, it enlarges his form [and] knowledge, keeps him fresh and from working only by formula, and feeds inspiration.
If I were to prescribe one process in the training of men which is fundamental to success in any direction, read more
If I were to prescribe one process in the training of men which is fundamental to success in any direction, it would be thoroughgoing training in the habit of accurate observation. It is a habit which every one of us should be seeking ever more to perfect.
Thinking is more interesting than knowing, but less interesting than looking
Thinking is more interesting than knowing, but less interesting than looking
One must talk about everything according to its nature, how it comes to be and how it grows. Men have read more
One must talk about everything according to its nature, how it comes to be and how it grows. Men have talked about the world without paying attention to the world of their own minds, as if they were asleep or absent-minded.