“Reality has a well-known liberal bias.”
What this quote means
This humorous quote plays with the idea that reality, when observed objectively, tends to contradict certain conservative biases. It highlights that facts do not bend to ideologies, and sometimes truth may seem biased. It invites humility and open-mindedness, reminding us that reality is often more complex than our beliefs.
How to apply it daily
Identify a belief you hold as given and confront it with objective facts, accepting that reality may surprise you.
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