Self deception Quote by Arthur Koestler
““and there was only one revolutionary virtue which he had not learned, the virtue of self-deception””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Ghost in the Machine, 1967
Self-deception is a revolutionary virtue yet to be mastered.
In simple terms: Self-deception remains an unlearned revolutionary trait.
Key Takeaway
Beware of self-deception.
Themes
psychology
philosophy
virtue
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal development
- leadership training
Key Concepts
self-awareness
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- What blind spots do you have?
- How can you uncover them?
A Different Perspective
Self-deception can be useful.
