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“We don't catch hold of an idea, rather the idea catches hold of us and enslaves us and whips us into the arena so that we, forced to be gladiators, fight for it.” quote by Anna Funder
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“We don't catch hold of an idea, rather the idea catches hold of us and enslaves us and whips us into the arena so that we, forced to be gladiators, fight for it.”

Anna Funder

About This Quote

Source Essay: The End of the World, 2015

Ideas can dominate us, turning us into unwilling combatants in their pursuit.

In simple terms: Ideas can enslave and force conflict.

Key Takeaway

Question the ideas that drive you.

Themes

control obsession conflict

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • career decisions
  • political activism
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What ideas have you felt trapped by?
  • How can you reclaim agency?
A Different Perspective

Ideas can also inspire positive action.

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