could be equally true. There are a large number of examples, especially in particle physics, where a physicist has discussed something with his colleague over the coffee table, and the latter completed the former's work and published it before the former did, thereby getting all the appreciation actually due to the former.wrobel said:say nobody about your results until they are published
wrobel said:by this quote "If A is a success in life, then A equals x plus y plus z. Work is x; y is play; and z is keeping your mouth shut."...
As per this site, Einstein said the quoted lines in 1929. He was 50 years old then.gmax137 said:How old was he when he said that? If it was later in life, he may have come to see that domestic tranquility sometimes requires holding one's tongue.
Einstein believed that true success was not just about intelligence or knowledge, but also about being humble and open to learning from others. He believed that keeping quiet and listening to others was an important factor in achieving success.
No, Einstein was not suggesting that one should never speak up or share their ideas. Instead, he was emphasizing the importance of being open-minded and listening to others before speaking or making decisions.
Einstein believed that keeping quiet allowed one to listen and learn from others, which could lead to new ideas and insights. It also showed humility and a willingness to consider different perspectives, which are important traits for success.
Yes, it is possible to achieve success without always keeping your mouth shut. However, Einstein's point was that being open-minded and listening to others can greatly contribute to success, and it is an important quality to have in addition to intelligence and knowledge.
One can practice this by actively listening to others and considering their perspectives, asking questions rather than asserting opinions, and being open to learning from others. It also involves being humble and recognizing that there is always more to learn.