Ugliness Quote by Aldous Huxley
““the extreme ugliness of her appearance, the Savage frequently goes to see her and appears to be much attached to her - an interesting example of the way in which early conditioning can be made to change and even run against natural responses (in this case, the natural response to draw back from an unpleasant object).' ***””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Brave New World by Aldous Huxley, 1932
Conditioning can override innate aversion, creating attachment to what is normally repulsive.
In simple terms: Learned attachment can contradict natural instincts.
Key Takeaway
Recognize how environment shapes preferences.
Themes
psychology
conditioning
attachment
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- relationships
- marketing
- therapy
- education
Key Concepts
behavioral science
cognitive dissonance
Questions to Reflect On
- What biases have you formed that oppose your gut feelings?
- Can you unlearn an attachment?
A Different Perspective
Conditioning may not fully erase deep-seated reactions.
