Hear Quote by Jane Green
““You see what you want to see, And you hear what you want to hear. You dig?””
About This Quote
Source Quote: Unknown, possibly personal essay
Perception is filtered by desire; we see and hear what we want, then act accordingly
In simple terms: We notice only what we want to notice
Key Takeaway
Question your assumptions before acting
Themes
perception
bias
awareness
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
observational
When to use this quote
- decision making
- media consumption
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
selective attention
Questions to Reflect On
- What do you ignore when you want something badly?
- How can you seek contrary evidence?
A Different Perspective
Desire can blind objective judgment
