Die hard Quote by E. O. Wilson
“Old beliefs die hard even when demonstrably false.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Consilience by E. O. Wilson, 1998
People cling to long‑held ideas even when evidence disproves them, because beliefs are tied to identity and emotion.
In simple terms: Hard‑to‑let‑go beliefs persist despite proof.
Key Takeaway
Question your assumptions regularly.
Themes
psychology
belief
cognitive bias
science
Mood
reflective
critical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
educational
psychological
When to use this quote
- political debates
- education reform
- personal relationships
- media consumption
Key Concepts
confirmation bias
identity
social influence
Questions to Reflect On
- What belief have you defended despite contrary evidence?
- How can you foster openness to new information?
A Different Perspective
Changing deeply rooted beliefs often meets emotional resistance.
