Quote by Norman Douglas

How hard it is, sometimes, to trust the evidence of one's senses! How reluctantly the mind consents to reality.

How hard it is, sometimes, to trust the evidence of one's se

Summary

This quote highlights the challenge of accepting reality despite our natural inclination to doubt and question the information we perceive through our senses. It suggests that our minds often resist acknowledging the truth in front of us, emphasizing the difficulty of trusting our senses without skepticism. We often rely on logical reasoning and analysis to confirm what we perceive, reflecting the inherent tendency of the mind to question and challenge reality before reaching acceptance.

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By Norman Douglas

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