Believed Quote by Alice Hoffman
““If you believed in something strongly and give it enough credence, it could appear right in front of you. Though it had been created in your mind, it would claim a presence in the real world, a monster at your door, a demon pulling at your coat sleeve.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Practical Magic, Alice Hoffman, 1995
Strong belief can manifest imagined threats as real, blurring mind and world boundaries.
In simple terms: Belief can create real‑world effects.
Key Takeaway
Question the power of belief.
Themes
belief
psychology
manifestation
fear
imagination
Mood
introspective
cautious
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- creative writing
- therapy
- personal anxiety
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
self‑fulfilling prophecy
mental health
Questions to Reflect On
- When has belief helped you?
- When has it misled you?
A Different Perspective
Belief alone doesn’t guarantee outcomes; reality still applies.
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