Agree Quote by Oscar Wilde
“Whenever people agree with me I always feel I must be wrong.”
About This Quote
Source Quote: Unknown source, attributed to Oscar Wilde
Feeling that agreement triggers self-doubt, suggesting a tendency to question one's own correctness when others concur.
In simple terms: Agreeing makes me think I'm wrong.
Key Takeaway
Question your assumptions when others agree.
Themes
self-doubt
agreement
confidence
Mood
reflective
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- peer reviews
- group decisions
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
social influence
self-perception
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do you doubt yourself when others agree?
- Can agreement ever be a sign of correctness?
A Different Perspective
May ignore valid consensus.
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