Beliefs Quote by Eileen Kennedy-moore
“Rigid beliefs make disappointments seem unbearable, whereas realistic beliefs help us to accept disappointment and go on from there.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of Resilience, 2018
Rigid beliefs intensify disappointment; realistic beliefs foster acceptance and continuation.
In simple terms: Flexibility eases pain.
Key Takeaway
Adopt realistic expectations.
Themes
psychology
resilience
expectations
Mood
supportive
pragmatic
Type
self‑help
psychological
When to use this quote
- personal setbacks
- career challenges
- relationship issues
Key Concepts
cognitive behavioral therapy
mindset training
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you adjust expectations?
- What realistic belief helped you recover?
A Different Perspective
It may underplay emotional depth.
