Assertion Quote by Bertrand Russell
“Emphatic and reiterated assertion, especially during childhood, produces in most people a belief so firm as to have a hold even over the unconscious.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Conquest of Happiness by Bertrand Russell, 1930
Repeated strong statements in childhood shape deep‑seated beliefs that can influence conscious and unconscious thoughts.
In simple terms: Childhood messages stick in the mind.
Question your early‑learned beliefs.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- parenting
- education
- self‑reflection
- therapy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What childhood messages shape your current choices?
- How can you re‑evaluate entrenched beliefs?
Beliefs may be resistant to change despite new evidence.