Infallible Quote by Zygmunt Bauman
““Circular reasoning is infallible even if not exactly logical, and this is why so many of us so often resort to it—not so much to resolve baffling problems, but to be absolved of the obligation to worry about them.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: “Liquid Modernity” by Zygmunt Bauman, 2000
Circular reasoning is used to avoid confronting problems, offering false certainty without logical basis.
In simple terms: People use faulty logic to dodge real issues.
Key Takeaway
Challenge your own reasoning and seek logical solutions.
Themes
logic
reasoning
avoidance
comfort zones
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
critical
Type
philosophical
intellectual
When to use this quote
- debate
- decision making
- personal growth
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
critical thinking
psychology of denial
intellectual honesty
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you relied on circular reasoning?
- How can you replace it with evidence‑based thinking?
A Different Perspective
Circular reasoning can sometimes be a useful heuristic, though often misleading.
