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Bad weather Quote by Aristotle

“For there are two reasons why human beings face danger calmly: they may have no experience of it, or they may have means to deal with it: thus when in danger at sea people may feel confident about what will happen either because they have no experience of bad weather, or because their experience…” quote by Aristotle
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““For there are two reasons why human beings face danger calmly: they may have no experience of it, or they may have means to deal with it: thus when in danger at sea people may feel confident about what will happen either because they have no experience of bad weather, or because their experience gives them the means of dealing with it.””

Aristotle

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Source Treatise: Politics (c. 350 BC)

People confront danger calmly either from ignorance or confidence gained through experience and resources.

In simple terms: Calm in danger comes from ignorance or experience.

Key Takeaway

Build experience or resources to face danger.

Themes

fear experience confidence danger

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • education
  • training
  • leadership
  • crisis management

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you rely on experience or resources?
  • How can you prepare for unknown dangers?
A Different Perspective

Overconfidence without experience can be risky.

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