The more real things get, the more like myths they become…
“The more real things get, the more like myths they become. There have always been myths, but the myths of earlier times were, Im convinced, bad ones, because they made people sick. So certainly, if we can tell evil stories to make people sick, we can also tell good myths that make them well.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
When reality feels overwhelming, people create myths to make sense of it; myths can heal or harm depending on their content.
In simple terms: Myths help us cope with reality, for they can be good or bad.
Key Takeaway
Use stories to inspire health and hope.
Themes
mythmaking
psychology
culture
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
inspirational
cautious
When to use this quote
- counselling
- education
- media production
- community building
Key Concepts
Narrative therapy
collective belief
social influence
Questions to Reflect On
- What myths do you hold that shape your view?
- How can you rewrite harmful narratives?
A Different Perspective
Myths may oversimplify complex issues, risking misinformation.