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“It often happens that things are other than what they seem, and you can get yourself into trouble by jumping to conclusions.” quote by Paul Auster
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“It often happens that things are other than what they seem, and you can get yourself into trouble by jumping to conclusions.”

Paul Auster

About This Quote

Source Novel: The New York Trilogy, 1985

Appearances can be deceptive; premature judgments often lead to misunderstandings or problems.

In simple terms: Don’t jump to conclusions; look deeper.

Key Takeaway

Pause, verify, then decide.

Themes

perception judgment truth uncertainty

Mood

cautious reflective

Type

philosophical advice

When to use this quote

  • legal investigations
  • personal relationships
  • media reporting
  • scientific research

Key Concepts

critical thinking cognitive bias epistemology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What evidence would change your view?
  • When is intuition reliable?
A Different Perspective

Over‑analysis can cause paralysis; intuition also matters.

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