I once cured an amateur skydiver of acute acrophobia. Now…
“I once cured an amateur skydiver of acute acrophobia. Now, you could say he was all right, because he was able to jump. But you could also say he was not all right, because he was so stoned he neglected to open his parachute.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Curing a skydiver’s fear led to a dangerous oversight when he ignored safety.
In simple terms: Cure fear, but safety matters.
Balance courage with caution.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- adventure sports
- training sessions
- emergency protocols
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Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- cautious
- serious
Can fear‑cure be reckless?;How to ensure safety after confidence?