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“People had an illogical, self-serving rationale when it came to interpreting the behavior of others.”

Marisha Pessl

About This Quote

Source Interview: Discussing perception in her novel, 2021

People often justify their judgments of others with irrational, self‑serving reasons.

In simple terms: Self‑serving rationalizations distort how we view others.

Key Takeaway

Question your motives when judging others.

Themes

perception bias psychology

Mood

analytical critical

Type

psychological observational

When to use this quote

  • workplace feedback
  • social media commentary
  • personal relationships
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

cognitive bias self‑interest

Questions to Reflect On

  • What hidden motives influence your judgments?
  • How can you recognize and correct biased reasoning?
A Different Perspective

Such rationalizations can hinder empathy and honest self‑assessment.

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