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Doubt Quote by Marianne Moore

“Psychology, which explains everything, Explains nothing, And we are still in doubt.” quote by Marianne Moore
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“Psychology, which explains everything, Explains nothing, And we are still in doubt.”

Marianne Moore

About This Quote

Source Poem: “Poetry” by Marianne Moore, 1921

Psychology claims to explain all, yet often leaves deeper uncertainty, highlighting limits of rational analysis.

In simple terms: Psychology can’t explain everything.

Key Takeaway

Accept uncertainty in explanations.

Themes

knowledge uncertainty psychology

Mood

thoughtful skeptical

Type

philosophical reflective

When to use this quote

  • personal reflection
  • academic study
  • therapy sessions

Key Concepts

epistemology limits of science

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance scientific explanations with mystery?
  • When does doubt become useful?
A Different Perspective

Psychology may oversimplify complex human experience.

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