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Induced Quotes

These quotes question how much of what we do is genuinely our own choice, suggesting that both deep-seated habits and passing fashion trends may be induced by forces we barely notice.

This collection explores the idea of induced behavior and trends, a topic related to our Edward Said page on cultural influence.

We are all in a post-hypnotic trance induced in early infancy.

Quotes by R. D. Laing

A fashion is nothing but an induced epidemic.

George Bernard Shaw

Frequently Asked Questions

What does induced mean in this context?
It refers to behaviors or trends that are shaped by outside influence rather than arising entirely on their own.
Is one of these quotes about psychology?
Yes, one line describes early conditioning as a kind of ongoing trance-like state.
Is the other quote about fashion?
Yes, it compares the spread of a fashion trend to an epidemic that is deliberately induced.
Are these quotes critical of modern culture?
They carry a skeptical tone about how naturally our habits and tastes actually form.
Who would enjoy this theme?
Readers interested in psychology, culture, or trend analysis would likely enjoy these lines.

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