Dream Quote by André Breton
““I have always been amazed at the way an ordinary observer lends so much more credence and attaches so much more importance to waking events than to those occurring in dreams.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: Manifesto of Surrealism, 1924
Observes that people trust real events more than dreams, highlighting bias toward tangible experiences.
In simple terms: People trust reality over imagination.
Question the credibility you give to everyday facts.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- media consumption
- personal decision‑making
- creative brainstorming
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What dreams have you dismissed?
- How does this bias affect your choices?
Dreams can offer valuable insights ignored by this bias.