Always Quote by David Mamet
“I've always been more comfortable sinking while clutching a good theory than swimming with an ugly fact.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Glengarry Glen Ross, 1984
Preferring theory over reality leads to comfort but avoids confronting truth.
In simple terms: Comfort in ideas, avoidance of facts.
Key Takeaway
Embrace facts, not just theories.
Themes
comfort
theory
reality
truth
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- academic research
- business decisions
- personal beliefs
- media consumption
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
intellectual honesty
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you favor theories that feel safe?
- How do you react when facts contradict your views?
A Different Perspective
Facts can be unsettling and may challenge existing beliefs.
