Frantz Fanon Quote: Understanding the Psychology of Cognitive Dissonance

„Sometimes people hold a core belief that is very strong. When they are presented with evidence that works against that belief, the new evidence cannot be accepted. It would create a feeling that is extremely uncomfortable, called cognitive dissonance. And because it is so important to protect the core belief, they will rationalize, ignore and even deny anything that doesn't fit in with the core belief.“

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Frantz Fanon was a French-Caribbean psychiatrist, philosopher, and revolutionary known for his works on colonialism and decolonization.

Fanon compellingly illustrates how deeply held beliefs shape thinking and how cognitive dissonance prevents people from accepting new truths.


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Quote on cognitive dissonance by Frantz Fanon about core beliefs and coping with contradictory evidence

Frantz Fanon (1925–1961) was a French-Caribbean psychiatrist, philosopher, and revolutionary from Martinique. He is known for his critical analyses of colonialism and his strong advocacy of anti-colonial liberation movements. His notable works include "The Wretched of the Earth" and "Black Skin, White Masks." Fanon is also an important theorist in critical race theory and postcolonial studies.

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