Quote by Leo Tolstoy

I know that most men, including those at ease with problems of the greatest complexity, can seldom accept even the simplest and most obvious truth if it be such as would oblige them to admit the falsity conclusions which they have delighted in explaining to colleagues, which they have proudly taught to others, and which they have woven, thread by thread, into the fabric of their lives.

I know that most men, including those at ease with problems

Summary

This quote suggests that people, even those who are knowledgeable and comfortable dealing with complex problems, often struggle to accept basic truths if doing so means acknowledging the falsehood of their previously held beliefs. It highlights how individuals might be resistant to admitting their mistakes, especially when their ego and reputation are connected to those faulty conclusions. It implies that people are hesitant to let go of ideas they have shared, taught, and incorporated into their personal narratives.

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By Leo Tolstoy

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