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Let us maintain some cosmic modesty and study the world sincerely, just like kids.
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The quote calls for humility about humanity’s place in the vast universe. “Cosmic modesty” means not treating our own importance or knowledge as unlimited. Studying the world “just like kids” suggests approaching it with honest curiosity, openness, and a willingness to learn rather than assuming we already understand everything.
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