It has always seemed to me that so long as you produce your dramatic effect, accuracy of detail matters little. I have never striven for it and I have made some bad mistakes in consequence. What matter if I hold my readers?
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I feel that there is reason lurking in you somewhere, so we will patiently grope round for it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests that everyone has inner reasoning or potential that can be discovered with patience.
Arthur Conan Doyle's quote highlights the idea that within each person lies the potential for understanding and insight, even if it is not immediately apparent. The metaphor of 'groping' for this reason suggests a careful and patient exploration of one's thoughts and feelings, indicating that self-discovery is a journey that may require time and effort to uncover one's true capabilities and wisdom.
Themes
ReasonPatienceSelf-DiscoveryWisdomExploration
In practice
Example use cases
During a team-building workshop, I shared this quote to encourage individuals to seek deeper understanding of each other's ideas.
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