Feelings Quote by Clay Shirky
“We're not good at thinking fast. We are good at feeling fast.”
About This Quote
Human cognition favors quick emotional reactions over rapid analytical thinking, highlighting a bias toward feeling.
In simple terms: We think fast, feel faster.
Recognize and balance emotional impulses with deliberate thought.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- high‑pressure work
- social media debates
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When do you rely on feeling over analysis?
- How can you pause to think first?
Emotions can cloud judgment if unchecked.