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The Economic Times
The Economic Times
Muskan Singh

Quote of the Day by Mark Twain: 'It's easier to fool people than to convince them that they have been fooled' - Timeless lessons on self-deception, human nature, and intellectual humility by the greatest humorist of the United States

Mark Twain remains one of the sharpest observers of human behavior ever to put pen to paper. While he is often remembered for his humor and wit, many of his most enduring insights explored the uncomfortable truths about pride, belief, and human psychology.

Today's quote of the day by Twain, “It's easier to fool people than to convince them that they have been fooled,” speaks directly to a challenge that has existed throughout history. It reveals why people often cling to false beliefs, resist correction, and struggle to accept uncomfortable truths, even when evidence is placed directly before them.

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