Action Quote by Daniel Kahneman
“When action is needed, optimism, even of the mildly delusional variety, may be a good thing.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Thinking, Fast and Slow, Daniel Kahneman, 2011
Optimism, even slightly unrealistic, can motivate action when needed.
In simple terms: Optimism can spur action.
Key Takeaway
Use hopeful optimism to motivate tasks.
Themes
motivation
optimism
decision making
Mood
encouraging
pragmatic
Type
advice
psychology
When to use this quote
- project planning
- personal goals
- team leadership
Key Concepts
Cognitive bias
positive psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- When is optimism harmful?
- How to balance realism?
A Different Perspective
Over‑optimism may lead to poor judgment.
