Dogmatism Quote by C.S. Lewis
““There is always the danger that those who think alike should gravitate together into ‘coteries’ where they will henceforth encounter opposition only in the emasculated form of rumor that the outsiders say thus and thus. The absent are easily refuted, complacent dogmatism thrives, and differences of opinion are embittered by group hostility. Each group hears not the best, but the worst, that the other groups can say.””
About This Quote
Groups that only hear opposition from outsiders become hostile, reinforcing bias and rumor.
In simple terms: Echo chambers breed hostility and rumor.
Key Takeaway
Seek diverse viewpoints to avoid echo chambers.
Themes
groupthink
bias
communication
Mood
thoughtful
cautious
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- political debates
- online forums
- work teams
Key Concepts
sociology
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure balanced discussion?
- What mechanisms reduce rumor spread?
A Different Perspective
Opposing views can be suppressed, limiting growth.
