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Belief Quote by Albert Bandura

“When experience contradicts firmly held judgments of self-efficacy, people may not change their beliefs about themselves if the conditions of performance are such as to lead them to discount the import of the experience” quote by Albert Bandura
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“When experience contradicts firmly held judgments of self-efficacy, people may not change their beliefs about themselves if the conditions of performance are such as to lead them to discount the import of the experience”

Albert Bandura

About This Quote

Source Book: Self‑Efficacy Theory, 1977

Contradictory experiences may not alter self‑belief if performance conditions cause discounting.

In simple terms: Experiences may not change self‑belief if context is dismissed.

Key Takeaway

Reevaluate evidence objectively.

Themes

self‑efficacy belief cognition learning

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

theoretical practical

When to use this quote

  • performance reviews
  • skill training
  • educational settings
  • personal development

Key Concepts

motivation behavioral change

Questions to Reflect On

  • What evidence would change your self‑view?
  • How do you assess the validity of performance conditions?
A Different Perspective

People may rationalize failures, preserving false confidence.

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