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Explanations Quote by Rae Carson

“It is human nature to concoct explanations to fill the great void of the unknown.” quote by Rae Carson — Download Open image

““It is human nature to concoct explanations to fill the great void of the unknown.””

About This Quote

Source Interview: Podcast “The Book of Why”, Rae Carson, 2020

Humans fill unknowns with stories, creating explanations to cope with uncertainty.

In simple terms: People make up explanations for unknowns.

Key Takeaway

Question assumptions about unknowns.

Themes

curiosity uncertainty storytelling

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical psychological

When to use this quote

research discussions
personal reflection
creative writing

Key Concepts

cognitive bias meaning-making psychology

Questions to Reflect On

Why do we seek narratives for gaps?
When do explanations hinder truth?

A Different Perspective

Explanations can be misleading or unfounded.

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