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“Prejudices are not easily got rid of as an old coat which is no longer thought of.” quote by Nicolas Malebranche
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“Prejudices are not easily got rid of as an old coat which is no longer thought of.”

Nicolas Malebranche

About This Quote

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

Prejudices persist like an unwanted old coat, hard to discard because they are familiar and comfortable.

In simple terms: Prejudices are hard to get rid of.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and challenge old biases.

Themes

bias tradition change psychology

Mood

reflective critical

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • education
  • policy reform
  • interpersonal dialogue

Key Concepts

cognitive inertia social conditioning

Questions to Reflect On

  • What old belief do you still cling to?
  • How can you consciously shed a harmful bias?
A Different Perspective

Even when recognized, prejudices may linger due to social reinforcement.

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