Blindsided Quote by Will Oldham
“At the same time, you don't want to be blindsided at some point because you've taken too much comfort from knowing nothing. So you try to keep a little store of practical knowledge. At a certain point you have to pretend that something is true in order to have a relationship with the world.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Guardian, 2015
Practical knowledge is essential; sometimes you must accept provisional truths to engage with reality.
In simple terms: Know enough to act, even if not fully certain.
Key Takeaway
Embrace provisional truths.
Themes
knowledge
practicality
uncertainty
Mood
curious
cautious
Type
reflective
advice
When to use this quote
- career decisions
- learning new skills
- daily problem solving
Key Concepts
philosophy
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it okay to act on incomplete knowledge?
- How do you verify provisional truths?
A Different Perspective
Pretending can lead to self‑deception if unchecked.
