Ability-quotes Quote by Steven Redhead
““Perception at the rudimentary level has the ability to deceive.””
About This Quote
Source Article: Perception and Deception, Journal of Cognitive Science, 2019
Our basic perceptual processes can mislead us about reality.
In simple terms: Simple perception can be deceptive.
Key Takeaway
Question your assumptions.
Themes
perception
cognition
truth
illusion
critical thinking
Mood
skeptical
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- media consumption
- decision making
- interpersonal interactions
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
sensory limits
interpretation
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence challenges your first impression?
- How do you verify what you perceive?
A Different Perspective
Perception is not always reliable.
