Around the corner Quote by Angel Sefer
““No one seemed to be standing there. However, she could feel someone watching them. It had to be Dimitris… Only this time, she was wrong... The dark figure, hiding behind some bushes around the corner of the house was not Dimitris…””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Unspecified, likely contemporary fiction
A character misidentifies a threat, revealing how assumptions can mislead perception.
In simple terms: Assumptions cause misreading.
Key Takeaway
Question your perceptions.
Themes
misperception
trust
danger
Mood
suspense
reflective
Type
narrative
psychological
When to use this quote
- investigations
- personal safety
- first impressions
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
psychology
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify what you think you see?
- When did an assumption cost you?
A Different Perspective
Assumptions can be dangerous.
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