Kind words Quote by John Locke
““Earthly minds, like mud-walls, resist the strongest batteries: And though perhaps sometimes the force of a clear argument may make some impression, yet they nevertheless stand firm, and keep out the enemy truth, that would captivate or disturb them. Tell a man passionately in love, that he is jilted; bring a score of witnesses of the falsehood of his mistress, it is ten to one but three kind words of hers shall invalidate all their testimonies.””
About This Quote
Human minds often resist evidence, clinging to beliefs despite contrary proof, especially when emotions are involved.
In simple terms: Bias blocks truth despite facts.
Key Takeaway
Emotions can outweigh logical argument.
Themes
cognitive bias
emotions
truth
argumentation
psychology
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
philosophical
cautionary
When to use this quote
- debate training
- critical thinking workshops
- communication strategies
Key Concepts
confirmation bias
motivated reasoning
Practical Applications
- education
- media literacy
Questions to Reflect On
- What mechanisms can reduce emotional resistance to truth?
- How can we balance empathy with rational discourse?
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