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Believe Quote by Erykah Badu

“You don't have to believe everything you think.” quote by Erykah Badu
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“You don't have to believe everything you think.”

Erykah Badu

About This Quote

Source Interview: NPR Fresh Air, 2015

Your thoughts are not facts; they are mental constructions that can be examined and revised.

In simple terms: Thoughts are not facts.

Key Takeaway

Question your assumptions.

Themes

self-awareness critical thinking mental health

Mood

reflective calm

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • therapy
  • decision making

Key Concepts

cognitive bias mindfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you test the validity of a belief?
  • What evidence supports this thought?
A Different Perspective

Thoughts can be distorted by emotion or misinformation.

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