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“People are usually more convinced by reasons they discovered themselves than by those found by others.” quote by Blaise Pascal
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“People are usually more convinced by reasons they discovered themselves than by those found by others.”

Blaise Pascal

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Source Essay: Pensées, 1650s

People trust conclusions they discover themselves more than those given by others.

In simple terms: Self‑derived reasons feel more convincing.

Key Takeaway

Encourage personal reasoning.

Themes

cognition authority belief

Mood

curiosity skepticism

Type

philosophical reflective

When to use this quote

  • education
  • leadership
  • marketing

Key Concepts

Epistemology psychology

Practical Applications

  • Persuasion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you test ideas yourself?
  • When do you rely on authority?
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