We're in very bad trouble if we don't understand the planet we're trying to save.
Carl SaganRead
All models are wrong, and increasingly you can succeed without them.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Models and theories may not always accurately represent reality, and success can be achieved even without relying heavily on them.
This quote emphasizes the idea that while models serve as useful tools for understanding complex systems, they are inherently flawed and oversimplified representations of reality. Peter Norvig suggests that in many cases, individuals can achieve success by embracing practical experience and intuition, rather than solely relying on theoretical models, which may not capture the nuances of real-world scenarios.
Themes
ModelsSuccessTheoryRealityPracticalityScience
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a presentation about the limitations of scientific models in predicting climate change.
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