Consciousness Quote by Alfred North Whitehead
“Philosophy is the self-correction by consciousness of its own initial excess of subjectivity.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Process and Reality, Alfred North Whitehead, 1929
Consciousness corrects its own initial bias by reflecting on its subjective assumptions.
In simple terms: Self-awareness helps balance personal bias.
Practice reflective thinking.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- making decisions
- personal growth
- critical thinking
- ethical deliberation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What assumptions do you need to examine?
- How does consciousness influence your judgments?
Self-correction can be limited by blind spots.