Avoid Quote by Craig D. Lounsbrough
““To think that ignoring something is to make it go away is to exercise some of the greatest imagination imaginable. And if there’s something that needs to go away, it’s that kind of imagination.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Unspecified interview, date unknown
Denial is a fantasy that pretends problems disappear without action, and such imagination is harmful when it prevents resolution.
In simple terms: Ignoring problems doesn’t solve them; it’s a false fantasy.
Key Takeaway
Confront issues directly instead of pretending they’re gone.
Themes
responsibility
reality
problem‑solving
Mood
reflective
critical
serious
Type
advice
philosophical.
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- workplace conflicts
- health issues
- political debates
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
avoidance
imagination
Questions to Reflect On
- What problem are you avoiding?
- How does denial affect your decisions?
A Different Perspective
May overlook underlying causes and delay necessary change.
