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“When you think you're right, you're most likely wrong.” quote by Jodi Picoult
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“When you think you're right, you're most likely wrong.”

Jodi Picoult

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Truth of Perception, Jodi Picoult, 2015

Confidence in being right often masks underlying errors.

In simple terms: Being sure you’re right can be wrong.

Key Takeaway

Question your assumptions regularly.

Themes

humility critical thinking bias self-awareness learning

Mood

reflective cautious

Type

philosophical self-help

When to use this quote

  • decision making
  • debates
  • team projects
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

cognitive bias epistemology psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What evidence challenges your belief?
  • How do you handle being proven wrong?
A Different Perspective

Overconfidence can hinder progress.

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