Conclusion Quote by Frances G. Wickes
“To be rationally minded, the mental process of the intuitive appears to work backward. His conclusions are reached before his premises. This is not because the steps which connect the two have been omitted, but because those steps are taken by the unconscious.”
About This Quote
Source Article: "The Unconscious Mind in Rational Thought", 2015
Rational thinking often feels like intuition leads, with conclusions forming before we consciously see the reasoning, because the unconscious fills the gaps.
In simple terms: Our mind often decides first, then rationalizes.
Key Takeaway
Trust intuition but verify reasoning.
Themes
intuition
reasoning
cognition
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- making decisions under pressure
- creative problem solving
- learning new concepts
Key Concepts
cognitive psychology
unconscious processing
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- When did you notice a conclusion before its premise?
- How can you test the hidden steps in your reasoning?
A Different Perspective
Intuition can be biased; verification is essential.
