Belief Quote by Gordon Livingston
“It is difficult to remove by logic an idea not placed there by logic in the first place. By nature, we are emotional creatures. Often we live and react based on feelings, not logic. Feelings are wonderful, but when we become tied to a particular thought or belief we tend to ignore the fact that change might be necessary.”
About This Quote
Logic cannot easily dislodge ideas that were formed without logical basis, especially when emotions dominate perception.
In simple terms: Emotions often block logical change.
Key Takeaway
Recognize emotional bias before reasoning.
Themes
psychology
logic
emotion
belief
change
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- conflict resolution
- decision making
- therapy
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
emotional reasoning
belief perseverance
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance feeling and reason?
- When is emotion more useful than logic?
A Different Perspective
Emotions may be essential for motivation, so pure logic isn’t always desired.
