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Confidence Quote by John Dryden

“Confidence is the feeling we have before knowing all the facts” quote by John Dryden
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“Confidence is the feeling we have before knowing all the facts”

John Dryden

About This Quote

Source Poem: The Unfortunate Lover, 1690

Confidence precedes full knowledge; it is a provisional feeling before facts are known.

In simple terms: Confidence before facts.

Key Takeaway

Accept provisional confidence.

Themes

confidence uncertainty knowledge

Mood

cautious thoughtful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • decision making
  • creative projects
  • leadership

Key Concepts

epistemology psychology of belief

Questions to Reflect On

  • When should you seek more facts?
  • How do you balance confidence with humility?
A Different Perspective

Overconfidence can mislead.

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