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Absence Quote by J.R. Ward

“Indeed, the human mind appeared to suffer from a crippling need to fabricate in the absence of concrete proof.” quote by J.R. Ward — Download Open image

“Indeed, the human mind appeared to suffer from a crippling need to fabricate in the absence of concrete proof.”

About This Quote

Source Novel: Dark Light, 2008

The mind compulsively creates stories when facts are missing.

In simple terms: Mind fills gaps with stories.

Key Takeaway

Question assumptions.

Themes

cognition uncertainty creativity

Mood

skeptical inquisitive

Type

philosophical analytical

When to use this quote

research
decision making
problem solving

Key Concepts

cognitive bias storytelling

Questions to Reflect On

Why do we invent explanations?
When is imagination harmful?

A Different Perspective

Overreliance on imagination can mislead.

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