Admitted Quote by Jeff VanderMeer
““It is superstition," she admitted. "But it might be true.””
About This Quote
Source Short Story: “The City & the City”, 2009
She acknowledges superstition but admits it could be true, highlighting tension between rational doubt and belief.
In simple terms: Superstition may hold truth despite skepticism.
Key Takeaway
Stay open to possibilities beyond logic.
Themes
belief
superstition
uncertainty
open‑mindedness
Mood
curious
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- decision making
- personal belief systems
- creative brainstorming
- risk assessment
Key Concepts
philosophy
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence supports or refutes the belief?
- When is it useful to trust intuition?
A Different Perspective
Superstition can hinder evidence‑based reasoning.
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