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Prejudice Quote by Mary Russell Mitford

“Prejudices of taste, likings and dislikings, are not always vanquishable by reason.” quote by Mary Russell Mitford
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“Prejudices of taste, likings and dislikings, are not always vanquishable by reason.”

Mary Russell Mitford

About This Quote

Source Essay: Thoughts on Taste, 1825

Reason cannot always overcome personal preferences and biases.

In simple terms: Taste is not always rational.

Key Takeaway

Accept limits of reason in taste.

Themes

bias taste reason subjectivity

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

analytical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • food choices
  • art criticism
  • fashion decisions
  • personal relationships

Key Concepts

psychology social influence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you recognize when reason fails in taste?
  • Can you separate personal bias from objective judgment?
A Different Perspective

Reason alone may not change deep-seated preferences.

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