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“even compelling causal statistics will not change long-held beliefs or beliefs rooted in personal experience.” quote by Daniel Kahneman
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““even compelling causal statistics will not change long-held beliefs or beliefs rooted in personal experience.””

Daniel Kahneman

About This Quote

Source Book: Thinking, Fast and Slow, 2011

Statistical evidence often fails to shift entrenched beliefs formed by personal experience.

In simple terms: Data alone doesn’t change deep‑seated views.

Key Takeaway

Present data with relatable stories.

Themes

cognition bias belief formation

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

academic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • public policy
  • education
  • marketing
  • scientific communication

Key Concepts

confirmation bias experiential reasoning

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we make data personally relevant?
  • What strategies reduce belief rigidity?
A Different Perspective

People may reject data that threatens identity; emotional resistance persists.

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