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“When I find new information I change my mind; What do you do?” quote by John Maynard Keynes
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“When I find new information I change my mind; What do you do?”

John Maynard Keynes

About This Quote

Source Speech: Public Lecture, 1936, London

New evidence should prompt us to revise our beliefs and decisions.

In simple terms: Change your mind when facts change.

Key Takeaway

Update views with fresh data.

Themes

openmindedness learning adaptability

Mood

reflective analytical

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • business strategy
  • personal relationships
  • policy making
  • scientific research

Key Concepts

cognitive flexibility evidence based reasoning

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you evaluate when to change a belief?
  • What evidence would convince you to shift your stance?
A Different Perspective

People may cling to prior beliefs despite new data.

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