Quote by Blaise Pascal

People are generally better persuaded by the reasons which they have themselves discovered than by those which have come in to the mind of others.

People are generally better persuaded by the reasons which t

Summary

This quote suggests that people are more easily convinced or persuaded by their own reasons and ideas rather than by the arguments or thoughts presented by others. It implies that individuals tend to value and trust their own conclusions more than the opinions or perspectives of others. This could be because personal discoveries are seen as more authentic and credible, as they stem from one's own thoughts and experiences. Consequently, to influence someone, it may be more effective to guide them towards discovering their own reasons rather than imposing external ideas upon them.

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By Blaise Pascal

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