Strong emotions Quote by Kate McCord
““There is often a gulf between what we say we believe and what we actually believe. Sometimes the gulf is broad and full of differing ideas and strong emotions. We genuinely do not believe what we say and will not act on it. At other times, in other situations, the gulf is narrow, changing, in motion. We do believe what we say, but we don’t desire to act on it.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: Cognitive Dissonance and Belief, 2022
The passage describes the gap between expressed beliefs and true convictions, which can be wide or narrow, affecting actions.
In simple terms: People often act against their true beliefs.
Key Takeaway
Align actions with genuine beliefs.
Themes
integrity
self‑awareness
psychology
authenticity
Mood
thoughtful
introspective
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- decision making
- ethical leadership
- personal growth
Key Concepts
cognitive dissonance
belief‑action gap
self‑deception
Questions to Reflect On
- What beliefs do you act against?
- How can you close the belief‑action gap?
A Different Perspective
Changing beliefs can be uncomfortable and socially risky.
