Atheism Quote by Edward de Bono
“A myth is a fixed way of looking at the world which cannot be destroyed because, looked at through the myth, all evidence supports the myth.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Lateral Thinking, 1970
Myths persist because they shape perception, making all evidence appear to confirm them.
In simple terms: Myths survive by shaping how we see evidence.
Question underlying assumptions.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- media analysis
- education
- decision making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What myths influence your decisions?
- How can you test a belief’s validity?
Myths can be challenged by exposing contradictory evidence.