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Fear can cause blindness, said the girl with dark glasses…

“Fear can cause blindness, said the girl with dark glasses, Never a truer word, that could not be truer,” quote by José Saramago
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““Fear can cause blindness, said the girl with dark glasses, Never a truer word, that could not be truer,””

José Saramago

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Blindness can be both literal and metaphorical, representing how fear obscures truth and perception.

In simple terms: Fear blinds us to reality.

Key Takeaway

Recognize fear’s distortion and seek clarity.

Themes

fear perception truth

Mood

anxious thoughtful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • crisis situations
  • personal decision making
  • social injustice
  • health emergencies

Key Concepts

psychology metaphor

Questions to Reflect On

  • What fears are clouding your judgment?
  • When can fear be a useful warning?
A Different Perspective

Fear may also protect, prompting caution.

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