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Truth Quote by Jennifer Roberson

“It's difficult admitting you're wrong. Even more difficult admitting it when you have scoffed and otherwise ridiculed the truth with blind, unremitting determination, so blithely confident in your own infallibility. But then one day -- or one night -- the truth is put into your hands, and you…” quote by Jennifer Roberson
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““It's difficult admitting you're wrong. Even more difficult admitting it when you have scoffed and otherwise ridiculed the truth with blind, unremitting determination, so blithely confident in your own infallibility. But then one day -- or one night -- the truth is put into your hands, and you realize those stories and songs and legends told by Northern strangers are truths after all, and that no one has lied to you.””

Jennifer Roberson

About This Quote

Admitting mistakes is hard, especially after stubbornly defending falsehoods; truth eventually forces humility.

In simple terms: Admitting errors is tough, especially after prideful denial.

Key Takeaway

Accept humility when truth appears.

Themes

truth pride humility

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • public statements
  • creative work
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

cognitive bias personal growth

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why cling to false narratives?
  • How to foster openness to correction?
A Different Perspective

Pride can delay truth acceptance.

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