Violate Quote by Lysa TerKeurst
““What we see will violate what we know unless what we know dictates what we see. Bob””
About This Quote
Source Book: Unknown
Perception is shaped by prior knowledge; our expectations filter what we observe
In simple terms: What we know colors what we see
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions before interpreting data
Themes
perception
cognition
bias
Mood
curious
critical
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- Science
- media consumption
- personal relationships
- decision making
Key Concepts
Cognitive bias
constructivism
Questions to Reflect On
- What beliefs might be limiting your view?
- How can you test assumptions before trusting perception?
A Different Perspective
Preconceived notions can blind us to new evidence
