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Doubt Quote by Timothy Leary

“Whenever in doubt, turn off your mind, relax, float downstream.” quote by Timothy Leary
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“Whenever in doubt, turn off your mind, relax, float downstream.”

Timothy Leary

About This Quote

Source Book: The Psychedelic Experience, 1964

When uncertain, quiet the mind and let thoughts drift, allowing intuition to guide you.

In simple terms: Relax and let thoughts flow when unsure.

Key Takeaway

Trust your inner sense.

Themes

mindfulness intuition uncertainty

Mood

calm reflective

Type

philosophical self‑help

When to use this quote

  • stressful decisions
  • creative blocks
  • meditation sessions
  • problem solving

Key Concepts

psychology flow state

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is it better to analyze rather than drift?
  • How do you balance intuition with rational thought?
A Different Perspective

Over‑reliance on intuition can lead to poor choices.

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