A fluid mind will always bring rational thought to bear on beliefs. Beliefs should be fluid entities within the mind, some more certain and viscous, others doubtful and mutable. A fluid mind never feels so certain of a belief that it loses its fluidity. When a belief solidifies, it becomes like a shackle on the mind, inhibiting exploration, learning and growth. A fluid mind never allows a belief to be so hardened that it is beyond rational scrutiny.
“Yoda’s philosophy was quite simplistic: ‘If you get angry, you’re gonna lose;’ ‘Don't try, do.’ He has a basic philosophy that is very charming—not very profound, although young people consider it profound. I wish they would read more.”
—Irvin Kershner
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