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Who is the author of the phrase minds are like parachutes they only function when they are open?
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Sir James Dewar, Scientist (1877-1925)
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What are some quotes about knowledge?
minds are like parachutes they only function when open.
What are the function objective of procurement department?
To invade our minds...
Minds are like parachutes- they work best when open?
"A mind is like a parachute. It doesn`t work if it`s not open."~ Frank Zappa
Foolish consistency is the hobgoblin of little minds - This phrase was coined by what Transcendentalist?
Ralph Waldo Emerson
What has the author A Coulter written?
A. Coulter has written: 'Who minds about the minders?'
What phrase is John Adams most famous for?
"The Revoloution was effected before it was commenced. The Revoloution was in the minds and hearts of the people."
What was Wonder Woman catch phrase?
Stop a bullet cold, make the Axis fold. Change their minds and change the world.
What does the quote 'Minds are like parachutes They only function when open' mean?
An open mind is a mind that is non-judging, open to new thoughts, ways of doing things. That does not see obstacles but opportunities. Before you think about the meaning of this quote, you need to be clear of some terms that seem to be quite obvious, but they aren't:* What is a parachute? * What is mind? * What is the difference between a closed and an open parachute This brings us to the question: What is an open mind?A parachute is usually a soft fabric device used to slow the motion of an object through an atmosphere by creating drag.Mind collectively refers to the aspects of intellect and consciousness manifested as combinations of thought, perception, memory, emotion, will and imagination An open parachute is obviously "in action" or "used" and function, while a parachute is closed when not in use.The quote "Minds are like parachutes[...]" means that there can be a functional and disfunctional mind (compared to a closed and open parachute). Tommy Deware, who is the author of this quote, states that only an open mind is a mind that is really functioning.You can make your own sense to what an open mind is (see also previous answer).
Who is the author of the book ignited minds?
Dr. A P J Abdul Kalam
What has the author W Sluchin written?
W. Sluchin has written: 'Minds and machines'
What is the German translation for the phrase 'Great Minds Think Alike'?
There are three German translations for the phrase Great minds think alike:Große Geister denken gleichor more tongue in cheek:Zwei Doofe, ein Gedanke (two fools, one thought)Zwei Dumme, ein Gedanke (two fools, one thought)
Who is the author of Ignited Minds?
The author of "Ignited Minds" is A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, who was a renowned Indian scientist and the 11th President of India. The book explores his vision to ignite the minds of the youth and transform India into a developed nation.
