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“I hate being wrong, but I love it when I'm set straight.” quote by Harlan Ellison
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“I hate being wrong, but I love it when I'm set straight.”

Harlan Ellison

About This Quote

Source Essay: “The Importance of Being Wrong,” 1978

Being corrected is painful, yet it offers valuable learning and personal growth.

In simple terms: Correcting me hurts, but I learn.

Key Takeaway

Embrace correction as a chance to improve.

Themes

learning humility growth

Mood

introspective encouraging

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • education
  • workplace reviews
  • personal relationships
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

cognitive bias feedback loops self‑improvement

Questions to Reflect On

  • When did a correction change your perspective?
  • How do you differentiate useful feedback from noise?
A Different Perspective

Some corrections may be biased or unhelpful.

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