Really true Quote by Wolfgang Tillmans
“I always think that we know so much more than one would have ever known before. But I don't know if that's really true.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art Review, 2015
We often assume we understand more than we truly do, yet uncertainty remains about that belief.
In simple terms: We think we know more than we actually do.
Key Takeaway
Question your assumptions about knowledge.
Themes
knowledge
humility
self-awareness
Mood
curious
skeptical
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- academic research
- decision making
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
epistemic humility
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence supports your confidence?
- How do you verify what you think you know?
A Different Perspective
Our perception may be limited by unseen factors.
