--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I used to believe in one. Then came…" description: "\"I used to believe in one. Then came another. And another. And another, and another and another. I no longer believe. Now, I just turn a blind eye.\" — U..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/80f/unkown-98_blind-eye_i-used-to-believe-in-one-then-came-anoth_1459576.jpg" --- # I used to believe in one. Then came another. And another… ![“I used to believe in one. Then came another. And another. And another, and another and another. I no longer believe. Now, I just turn a blind eye.” quote by Unkown](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/80f/unkown-98_blind-eye_i-used-to-believe-in-one-then-came-anoth_1459576.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/80f/unkown-98_blind-eye_i-used-to-believe-in-one-then-came-anoth_1459576.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/80f/unkown-98_blind-eye_i-used-to-believe-in-one-then-came-anoth_1459576.jpg) > “I used to believe in one. Then came another. And another. And another, and another and another. I no longer believe. Now, I just turn a blind eye.” Unkown ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Repeated belief in a singular truth erodes into skepticism, leading to disengagement and denial. **In simple terms:** Believing in one thing fades, causing doubt and blindness. Key Takeaway Question assumptions, stay open. Themes skepticism disillusionment detachment Mood reflective skeptical Type philosophical motivational When to use this quote - personal relationships - political discourse - media consumption Key Concepts critical thinking psychology Questions to Reflect On - What beliefs have you questioned lately? - How do you balance doubt and faith? 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