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Eric Hoffer

1902 - 1983

Eric Hoffer (1902–1983) was an American philosopher and longshoreman known for his works on social issues and mass movements. His seminal work "The True Believer" delves into the psychology behind fanaticism and mass movements, making him a respected figure in the intellectual and philosophical circles of his time.

  1. It is the malady of our age that the young are so busy teaching us that they have no time left to learn.

    Eric Hoffer
    #malady#youth#learning

  2. In times of change learners inherit the earth; while the learned find themselves beautifully equipped to deal with a world that no longer exists.

    Eric Hoffer
    #learning#change#evolution

  3. Many of the insights of the saint stem from their experience as sinners.

    Eric Hoffer
    #saint#sin#wisdom

  4. Someone who thinks the world is always cheating him is right. He is missing that wonderful feeling of trust in someone or something.

    Eric Hoffer
    #trust#belief#cynicism

  5. Kindness can become its own motive. We are made kind by being kind.

    Eric Hoffer
    #kindness#motive#empathy

  6. Creativity is the ability to introduce order into the randomness of nature.

    Eric Hoffer
    #creativity#order#nature

  7. Rudeness is a weak imitation of strength.

    Eric Hoffer
    #rudeness#strength#imitation

  8. Children are the keys of paradise.

    Eric Hoffer
    #children#innocence#potential

  9. In a world of change, the learners inherit the earth; while the learned find themselves perfectly suited for a world that no longer exists.

    Eric Hoffer
    #learners#change#adaptation

  10. Rudeness is the weak man's imitation of strength.

    Eric Hoffer
    #rudeness#strength#imitation