Generally people are afraid. They pretend they aren’t…
“Generally people are afraid. They pretend they aren’t; it’s part of the denial. We’re all part of it. As much as we pretend otherwise, we want what’s comfortable, and we’re afraid of the different. We’re afraid of change. It happened in Los Angeles, too, when the first models of Disney Hall were shown. You should have heard the outcry from the public, critics and press. It was called “broken crockery,” “outlandish” and blah blah blah. Of course now the feeling is different.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
People resist unfamiliar ideas, labeling them strange, yet later accept them once they become familiar.
In simple terms: Fear of new things leads to denial, but acceptance follows over time.
Key Takeaway
Embrace discomfort to foster change.
Themes
fear
denial
change
public perception
architecture
Mood
anxious
reflective
hopeful
Type
observational
critical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- design criticism
- urban development
- community engagement
- artistic risk
- media commentary
Key Concepts
psychology
social dynamics
innovation
cultural adaptation
Questions to Reflect On
- What personal biases prevent you from accepting new ideas?
- How can you turn fear into curiosity?
A Different Perspective
Not all resistance is irrational; practical concerns can be valid.