Belief Quote by Anonymous
“If you have a belief and you come against an experience which the belief says is not possible, or, the experience is such that you have to drop the belief, what are you going to choose — the belief or the experience? The tendency of the mind is to choose the belief, to forget about the experience. That’s how you have been missing many opportunities when God has knocked at your door.”
About This Quote
When faced with evidence that contradicts a belief, people often cling to the belief and ignore the evidence, missing opportunities.
In simple terms: People prefer familiar beliefs over contradictory experiences.
Key Takeaway
Question your assumptions when faced with new evidence.
Themes
cognition
belief
opportunity
faith
decisionmaking
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- spiritual decisions
- career choices
- relationship choices
- learning new
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
confirmation bias
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What belief are you holding that conflicts with recent experiences?
- How can you test a belief against reality?
A Different Perspective
Beliefs can be deeply entrenched, making change difficult.
