Companionship Quote by James Harvey Robinson
“We are incredibly heedless in the formation of our beliefs, but find ourselves filled with an illicit passion for them when anyone proposed to rob us of their companionship.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Rise of American Civilization, 1929
People form beliefs care, then defend them fiercely, even against logical challenges.
In simple terms: Beliefs become passionately defended.
Key Takeaway
Question your assumptions.
Themes
cognition
beliefs
defensiveness
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- debates
- political discourse
- personal decisions
- education
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
identity
social psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do you cling to certain beliefs?
- How can you stay open to new ideas?
A Different Perspective
Beliefs can be irrationally held.
