Doubt Quote by Diane Setterfield
““And yet I cannot shake off my misgivings. Even now I can picture her face—so innocent in appearance, so distressed at being accused—and I am forced to wonder, is there some additional factor at play here that I have failed to take into account? When I view the matter in this light it gives rise to an uneasiness in me: I am suddenly overwhelmed by the presentiment that none of my plans is destined to come to fruition. Something has been against me ever since I came to this house! Something that wants to thwart me and frustrate me in every project I undertake! I have checked and rechecked my thinking, retraced every step in my logic, I can find no flaw, yet still I find myself beset by doubt . . . . What is it that I am failing to see?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Thirteenth Tale, 2014
The narrator doubts her judgments, fearing unseen forces sabotage her plans, despite thorough reasoning, leading to pervasive anxiety.
In simple terms: Doubt persists even after logical checks.
Key Takeaway
Question hidden assumptions, seek clarity.
Themes
doubt
anxiety
self‑scrutiny
Mood
uncertain
reflective
Type
philosophical
introspective
When to use this quote
- decision making
- creative projects
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
uncertainty
paranoia
Questions to Reflect On
- What concrete evidence contradicts your fear?
- How can you balance caution with confidence?
A Different Perspective
Over‑analysis can paralyze action.
