Confidence Quote by Rene Descartes
“It is only prudent never to place complete confidence in that by which we have even once been deceived.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Discourse on the Method by René Descartes, 1637
The quote warns against placing full trust in anything that has ever deceived us, advocating healthy skepticism.
In simple terms: Question unreliable sources.
Key Takeaway
Maintain critical doubt.
Themes
skepticism
trust
deception
philosophy
critical thinking
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
philosophical
practical
When to use this quote
- Scientific research
- decision making
- information evaluation
Key Concepts
Cartesian doubt
epistemology
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- When is trust justified?
- How do you balance doubt with action?
A Different Perspective
May lead to excessive distrust.
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