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Believe Quote by Jodi Picoult

“The hardest thing in the world is believing someone can change. It's always easier to go along with the way things are than to admit that you might have been wrong in the first place.” quote by Jodi Picoult
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“The hardest thing in the world is believing someone can change. It's always easier to go along with the way things are than to admit that you might have been wrong in the first place.”

Jodi Picoult

About This Quote

Source Novel: Small Great Things, 2016

Believing people can change is hard; it's easier to accept the status quo.

In simple terms: Change is difficult to accept.

Key Takeaway

Stay open to growth.

Themes

change belief status quo

Mood

hopeful thoughtful

Type

motivational psychological

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • personal development
  • conflict resolution
  • leadership

Key Concepts

psychology social dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What evidence supports change?
  • How can you foster openness?
A Different Perspective

Denial of change can stall progress.

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