Ideas and practical life mutually influence each other in a reciprocal interaction

Evidence

Between ideas and practical life, as everywhere else, there is reciprocal interaction; to ask which is cause and which effect is as futile as the problem of the hen and the egg. β€” Bertrand Russell, History of Western Philosophy, 2169

Categorization

  • corroborated: 2 independent passages support this claim β€” Bertrand Russell, History of Western Philosophy, 2169
  • XREF: connects to: Thoughts can influence moods and behaviors throughout the day. β€” Dan Harris, 10 percent Happier, 722; Dewey viewed inquiry as organism-environment mutual adjustment β€” Bertrand Russell, History of Western Philosophy, 2928; Focusing on higher ideals improves daily actions. β€” Jordan B. Peterson, 12 Rules for Life An Antidote to Chaos, 1023 (+12 more)

Broader Connections