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“The brain can be hoodwinked but not the stomach.” quote by Rex Stout
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“The brain can be hoodwinked but not the stomach.”

Rex Stout

About This Quote

Source Novel: “The Thin Man” by Rex Stout, 1934

The mind can be deceived, but physical needs remain undeniable.

In simple terms: Mind tricks fail, stomach tells truth.

Key Takeaway

Trust your body’s signals.

Themes

perception physiology reality

Mood

cautious practical

Type

philosophical advice

When to use this quote

  • dieting
  • stress management
  • medical diagnosis

Key Concepts

cognitive bias biological drives

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do mental tricks affect health choices?
  • When should you trust intuition over logic?
A Different Perspective

It oversimplifies complex mind‑body interactions.

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