Assuming Quote by David Bohm
“When you are thinking something, you have the feeling that the thoughts do nothing except inform you the way things are and then you choose to do something and you do it. That's what people generally assume. But actually, the way you think determines the way you're going to do things. Then you don't notice a result comes back, or you don't see it as a result of what you've done, or even less do you see it as a result of how you were thinking. Is that clear?”
About This Quote
Source Book: Wholeness and the Implicate Order by David Bohm, 1980
Our thoughts shape our actions and outcomes, yet we often overlook this causal link.
In simple terms: Thinking determines doing and results.
Key Takeaway
Recognize how thoughts drive behavior.
Themes
mindfulness
causality
self-awareness
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- personal decision making
- habit formation
- goal setting
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
psychology
philosophy
cognitive science
Questions to Reflect On
- How do your thoughts influence your daily choices?
- Can you identify a result you missed because of unnoticed thinking?
A Different Perspective
Assuming thoughts are passive can limit self-improvement.
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