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When we believe in lies, we cannot see the truth, so we make thousands of assumptions and we take them as truth. One of the biggest assumptions we make is that the lies we believe are the truth!
Miguel Angel Ruiz
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Believing in falsehoods prevents us from recognizing reality, leading to many mistaken assumptions.

This quote by Miguel Angel Ruiz emphasizes the dangers of accepting false beliefs as truth. When we construct our understanding of the world based on lies, we limit our perception and create numerous misguided assumptions. This blind spot not only distorts our understanding but can also affect our decisions and relationships, highlighting the importance of seeking and acknowledging the truth.

Themes

TruthLiesAssumptionsPerceptionWisdom

In practice

Example use cases

Use this quote in a workshop about critical thinking and understanding reality.

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When you are aware that you are the force that is Life, anything is possible. Miracles happen all the time, because those miracles are performed by the heart. The heart is in direct communion with the human soul, and when the heart speaks, even with the resistance of the head, something inside you changes; your heart opens another heart, and true love is possible.
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