--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Therefore we have to go over the fact…" description: "\"Therefore we have to go over the fact that all human beings are afraid by what is new. It is our work to convince them that they will enjoy it, and eve..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/ee9/christo-16310_afraid_therefore-we-have-to-go-over-the-fact-th_2389547.jpg" --- # Therefore we have to go over the fact that all human… ![“Therefore we have to go over the fact that all human beings are afraid by what is new. It is our work to convince them that they will enjoy it, and even if they don't, to allow us just for 14 days to create that work of art.” quote by Christo](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/ee9/christo-16310_afraid_therefore-we-have-to-go-over-the-fact-th_2389547.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/ee9/christo-16310_afraid_therefore-we-have-to-go-over-the-fact-th_2389547.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/ee9/christo-16310_afraid_therefore-we-have-to-go-over-the-fact-th_2389547.jpg) > “Therefore we have to go over the fact that all human beings are afraid by what is new. It is our work to convince them that they will enjoy it, and even if they don't, to allow us just for 14 days to create that work of art.” [Christo](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/christo/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. People fear novelty, but artists must persuade them to experience and accept new creations, even briefly. **In simple terms:** New ideas scare people; artists must invite brief exposure. Key Takeaway Offer short, guided experiences of new art. Themes art innovation fear acceptance Mood encouraging thoughtful Type educational inspirational When to use this quote - museum exhibitions - public installations - workshops - community events Key Concepts persuasion experimentation cultural shift Questions to Reflect On - How can you reduce fear of new experiences? - What short exposure strategies work best? 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