“Compared with what we ought to be, we are only half awake. Our fires are damped, our drafts are checked. We are making use of only a small part of our possible mental and physical resources.”
Book:Writings, 1902-1910
Quote by William James
Work
Writings, 1902-1910
This volume encompasses a selection of writings, including essays and other literary pieces, spanning the years 1902 to 1910. The content reflects the author's perspectives and creative expressions during that period. more
Author
William James
William James, born on January 11, 1842, and died on August 26, 1910, was an influential American philosopher, psychologist, and writer. He is considered one of the founders of functionalism in psychology and has had a profound impact on the fields of psychology, philosophy, and religion. more
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