I think this quote is hogwash, because having two opposed ideas in one's mind is a core functionality of the human mind. Everybody does it. Take this vulgar ex

I think this quote is hogwash, because having two opposed ideas in one's mind is a core functionality of the human mind. Everybody does it. Take this vulgar example: Idea 1: "I really want to have sex with that waitress" - "She is so hot" Idea 2: "I really do no want to have sex with that waitress" - "Because I have a wife and kid" Conclusion: "I will do nothing silly"