Being true Quote by Stephen Colbert
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“Truthiness is "What I say is right, and [nothing] anyone else says could possibly be true." It's not only that I feel it to be true, but that I feel it to be true. There's not only an emotional quality, but there's a selfish quality.”
About This Quote
It describes a belief that one's own statements are inherently correct, driven by both conviction and selfishness, ignoring external perspectives.
In simple terms: Self‑belief mixed with selfishness.
Key Takeaway
Recognize bias in certainty.
Themes
confidence
bias
selfishness
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- debates
- decision making
- leadership
- media consumption
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
subjectivity
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you dismissed others' views?
- What emotions fuel your certainty?
A Different Perspective
Overconfidence can blind one to valid alternatives.
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