Accepted Quote by Maxwell Maltz
“An idea accepted as true from any source can be every bit as powerful as hypnosis.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Psycho-Cybernetics by Maxwell Maltz, 1960
Beliefs, regardless of source, shape perception and behavior as powerfully as hypnosis.
In simple terms: Ideas shape reality;
Question the origins of your beliefs.
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When to use this quote
- marketing
- politics
- personal development
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What beliefs have you adopted without evidence?
- How can you test the validity of a new idea?
Accepting ideas without scrutiny can lead to manipulation.