Convince Quote by Robert Greene
“To hold an idea and convince ourselves we arrived at it rationally, we go in search of evidence to support our view.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The 48 Laws of Power, 1998
We rationalize our beliefs by seeking supporting evidence, ignoring contradictory data.
In simple terms: We bias our thinking to confirm beliefs.
Key Takeaway
Seek opposing evidence before concluding.
Themes
confirmation bias
rationalization
critical thinking
Mood
analytical
skeptical
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- Decision making
- research
- debate
Key Concepts
Cognitive bias
self-deception
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence would change your view?
- How often do you challenge your assumptions?
A Different Perspective
Confirmation bias can blind us to truth.
