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Conscious mind Quote by Colin Wilson

“The evidence of paranormal research shows that there is a part of our being that knows far more than the conscious mind. And the evidence of mystics through the ages suggests that there is a part of our being that knows even greater secrets than this.” quote by Colin Wilson
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““The evidence of paranormal research shows that there is a part of our being that knows far more than the conscious mind. And the evidence of mystics through the ages suggests that there is a part of our being that knows even greater secrets than this.””

Colin Wilson

About This Quote

Source Book: The New Consciousness, Colin Wilson, 1975

A hidden part of the mind possesses knowledge beyond ordinary awareness, as suggested by paranormal studies and mystic traditions.

In simple terms: We have an inner source of deeper knowledge.

Key Takeaway

Trust intuition and explore beyond rational thought.

Themes

mysticism paranormal intuition knowledge consciousness

Mood

curious reflective open‑minded

Type

philosophical spiritual inspirational

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • creative problem solving
  • spiritual practice
  • research into altered states

Key Concepts

collective unconscious higher self psychic perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we differentiate genuine intuition from wishful thinking?
  • What practices help access deeper inner knowing?
A Different Perspective

Such claims lack empirical verification and can be misused to justify pseudoscience.

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