And thought struggles against the results, trying to avoid…
“And thought struggles against the results, trying to avoid those unpleasant results while keeping on with that way of thinking. That is what I call 'sustained incoherence.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The mind resists outcomes it dislikes, persisting in contradictory thinking despite evidence.
In simple terms: People cling to uncomfortable thoughts despite evidence.
Recognize and challenge self‑defeating mental patterns.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal decision‑making
- conflict resolution
- creative problem solving
- team dynamics
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you notice when you cling to a harmful belief?
- What evidence could you seek to test your assumptions?
It may ignore factual feedback, leading to stagnation.