Believing Quote by Anonymous
““Most of our so-called thinking processes are devoted to finding excuses for going on believing as we already do. ””
About This Quote
Source Essay: Cognitive Biases, 2018
Thinking often creates excuses to maintain existing beliefs.
In simple terms: We justify our beliefs.
Question your assumptions.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- decision making
- political discourse
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What excuses do you make?
- How to test your beliefs?
Self‑deception can be protective.