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“Every day people engaged in the clever defiance of their own intuition become, in midthought, victims of violence and accidents. So when we wonder why we are victims so often, the answer is clear: It is because we are so good at it.” quote by Gavin de Becker
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“Every day people engaged in the clever defiance of their own intuition become, in midthought, victims of violence and accidents. So when we wonder why we are victims so often, the answer is clear: It is because we are so good at it.”

Gavin de Becker

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

People who defy their intuition become victims; our skill at ignoring warnings leads to accidents.

In simple terms: Ignoring gut leads to harm.

Key Takeaway

Trust intuition to avoid danger.

Themes

intuition victimization self-sabotage awareness

Mood

cautious analytical

Type

philosophical advisory

When to use this quote

  • daily commuting
  • online interactions
  • personal relationships
  • workplace decisions

Key Concepts

cognitive bias risk perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • How often do you ignore your gut?
  • What patterns reveal your intuition?
A Different Perspective

May cause overcaution.

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