Quote by Paul Simon

All lies and jests, still a man hears what he wants to hear and disregards the rest.

All lies and jests, still a man hears what he wants to hear

Summary

This quote, from the song "The Boxer" by Simon & Garfunkel, reflects the tendency of individuals to selectively perceive information that aligns with their own beliefs or desires while dismissing anything that contradicts them. It suggests that humans have a natural inclination to filter their understanding of the world, often ignoring inconvenient truths or uncomfortable realities. This quote serves as a reminder to critically examine one's biases and resist the temptation of cherry-picking information that validates preexisting views.

Topics

Deception/lying

By Paul Simon

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