Creating Quote by David Bohm
“Thought is constantly creating problems that way and then trying to solve them. But as it tries to solve them it makes it worse because it doesn't notice that it's creating them, and the more it thinks, the more problems it creates.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Wholeness and the Implicate Order, David Bohm, 1980
Overthinking creates problems that then worsen when we try to fix them, because we fail to see our own role in their creation.
In simple terms: Thinking can generate and amplify problems if we ignore its own effects.
Key Takeaway
Pause and observe thoughts before acting.
Themes
overthinking
selfawareness
problem solving
Mood
reflective
concerned
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- personal decision
- project planning
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
cognitive loops
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you become aware of thoughts that create issues?
- What steps can you take to break the cycle?
A Different Perspective
It can be hard to recognize the source of problems when caught in mental cycles.
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