True feelings Quote by C. Terry Warner
““Fable: When we're stuck in troubled feelings we believe that all our feelings are true-- that is to say, we believe that by our emotions at that moment we are making accurate judgments about what's happening. If I'm angry with you, I'm certain that you are making me angry. Fact: Though we truly have these feelings, they are not necessarily true feelings. More likely I'm angry because I'm misusing you, not because you are misusing me.””
About This Quote
Source Book: A Theory of Moral Sentiment, C. Terry Warner, 2002
Emotions can distort our judgments, leading us to mistake feelings for facts about others' intentions.
In simple terms: Feelings aren't always accurate reflections of reality.
Key Takeaway
Question your emotional conclusions before acting.
Themes
emotions
judgment
perception
relationships
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- personal reflection
- therapeutic counseling
- relationship counseling
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
emotional reasoning
misattribution
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate feeling from fact?
- What evidence challenges your emotional assumptions?
A Different Perspective
Emotions may be valid but not factual, requiring careful analysis.
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