Can You Trust What You Believe?

“The greatest deception men suffer is from their own opinions.”  Leonardo da Vinci

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In your own words, what is main idea or meaning of the above quote by the 16th century painter, scientist, and sculptor Leonardo da Vinci?

“If you can’t explain it simply, you don’t understand it well enough.” (Albert Einstein)

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Getting Personal

Have you ever changed your opinion about something or someone? If so, what was it?

What would it take to change an opinion you have about yourself? Give an example.

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Interested in seeing what artificial intelligence (ai) has to say about the meaning of today’s quotation? Compare it to your own interpretation. You may be fascinated, or even possibly humbled.

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INSIGHTS for SUCCESS

A willingness to honestly evaluate your opinions, especially about yourself, is an essential quality for success in life.

“Of all forms of deception self-deception is the most deadly, and of all deceived persons the self-deceived are the least likely to discover the fraud.” (Aiden Wilson Tozer)

“Self-deception can be more comforting than self-knowledge. We like to fool ourselves.” (Russ Roberts)

“Success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into thinking they can’t lose.” (Bill Gates)

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By Gary and Esther Berkley

Gary and Esther Berkley are the authors of "Whatever You Become, Become Your Best - The College and Graduate Guide to Wisdom for Success in Life." Check it out at www.amazon.com/dp/B09593L5FT

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