Faith Quote by deborah epperson
““Grandpa Eli had often told me that the real truth was seldom what we thought it was. "Most of the time," he said,"people choose to believe a story because it fills their need. At other times, they're afrad not to believe it. Then right or wrong, that belief becomes their truty.””
About This Quote
People often adopt beliefs that satisfy emotional needs, even if they conflict with evidence, and may fear abandoning them.
In simple terms: Beliefs are driven by needs, not facts.
Key Takeaway
Question the motives behind your beliefs.
Themes
psychology
belief
bias
Mood
skeptical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- decision making
- political discourse
- personal relationships
- media consumption
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
need fulfillment
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do you cling to certain beliefs?
- What need does this belief fulfill?
A Different Perspective
Beliefs can also be grounded in rational analysis and truth‑seeking.
