Assumptions Quote by Gretchen Rubin
““What we assume will be temporary often becomes permanent; what we assume is permanent often proves temporary.””
About This Quote
Source Book: "The Happiness Project", 2009
Assumptions of temporality and permanence often reverse over time.
In simple terms: Assumptions flip over time.
Key Takeaway
Stay flexible and reassess beliefs regularly.
Themes
change
perception
time
psychology
adaptability
Mood
contemplative
curious
Type
personal
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career planning
- relationship expectations
- financial investing
- personal growth
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
temporal perception
lifelong learning
Questions to Reflect On
- What beliefs have you reconsidered?
- How do you test the permanence of assumptions?
A Different Perspective
Rigid assumptions can hinder adaptation.
