We like to continue to believe what we have been…
“We like to continue to believe what we have been accustomed to accept as true, and the resentment aroused when doubt is cast upon any of our assumptions leads us to seek every manner of excuse for clinging to them. The result is that most of our so-called reasoning consists in finding arguments for going on believing as we already do.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
People cling to familiar beliefs and rationalize them, resisting doubt and change.
In simple terms: We defend familiar ideas and avoid questioning.
Key Takeaway
Challenge your assumptions.
Themes
cognition
bias
beliefs
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- political debate
- scientific research
- personal decisions
Key Concepts
confirmation bias
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- What belief have you defended without evidence?
- How does doubt feel to you?
A Different Perspective
Changing deep‑seated beliefs can be emotionally painful.