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“It costs an unreasonable woman no more to pass over one reason than another; they cherish themselves most where they are most wrong.” quote by Michel de Montaigne
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“It costs an unreasonable woman no more to pass over one reason than another; they cherish themselves most where they are most wrong.”

Michel de Montaigne

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 flawed self-perceptions, valuing error over truth.

In simple terms: Self‑deception outweighs reason.

Key Takeaway

Question your assumptions.

Themes

philosophy self‑awareness error

Mood

introspective critical

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • personal reflection
  • ethical decisions
  • leadership choices

Key Concepts

cognitive bias self‑justification human nature

Questions to Reflect On

  • What beliefs might be wrong?
  • How to confront self‑deception?
A Different Perspective

Changing deep‑seated beliefs is hard.

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