"When we believe ourselves in possession of the only truth, we are likely to be indifferent to common everyday truths"

This quote by Eric Hoffer speaks to the dangers of thinking that we have the only reality. When we end up being convinced that our own beliefs are the only ones that are valid, we become shut off to other point of views and concepts. We end up being so concentrated on our own reality that we end up being indifferent to the everyday realities that are shared by others. This can result in an absence of understanding and empathy for those who have different beliefs and values. It can also lead to a lack of gratitude for the small, daily minutes that make life significant. By recognizing that there is more than one reality, we can open ourselves up to new ideas and experiences, and become more aware of the appeal and complexity of the world around us.