Book Quote by Maria Konnikova
“I can understand pulling a book whose contents have been questioned - after all, false information has a way of sticking in your brain and seeming true when you go to retrieve it years later.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Confidence Game by Maria Konnikova, 2016
False memories can feel real, influencing beliefs and decisions long after the original misinformation.
In simple terms: False memories stick and affect us later.
Key Takeaway
Question and verify information sources.
Themes
memory
belief
critical thinking
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
educational
psychological
When to use this quote
- education
- research
- media consumption
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
memory distortion
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify the accuracy of long‑term memories?
- What strategies help prevent misinformation from taking root?
A Different Perspective
Memory correction is difficult and may not fully erase the false belief.
