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By acknowledging that science fiction \"makes you think about things, and look at things from angles you'd never have thought about before,\" Walton highlights the inherent discomfort that comes with challenging one's own assumptions and biases.\n\n**How to Use This**\nTo apply this mindset in your own creative or professional pursuits, try embracing the discomfort of uncertainty by seeking out new sources of inspiration and challenging your own assumptions. By actively seeking out unfamiliar perspectives and ideas, you can cultivate a more nuanced understanding of the world and develop a unique voice that reflects your own distinct experiences and insights.",{"id":63,"quote_text":64,"author_id":5,"source_id":32,"has_image":33,"author":65,"source":66,"quote_tag":67,"commentary":9},3139572,"I love the train. Sitting here I feel connected to the last time I sat here, and the train to London too. 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