Fear Quote by Dave Eggers
““And for a good portion of the human race, because something has not already been, that is a good reason to fear it coming to be.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Circle, Dave Eggers, 2013
People often fear unknown possibilities simply because they have not yet existed, mistaking novelty for threat.
In simple terms: Fear of the unknown stems from lack of experience.
Key Takeaway
Embrace new ideas rather than fearing them.
Themes
fear
novelty
human nature
Mood
anxious
curious
Type
cautionary
reflective
When to use this quote
- technology adoption
- cultural shifts
- personal growth
- policy making
Key Concepts
existential anxiety
anticipation
social change
Questions to Reflect On
- What unknowns are you resisting?
- How can you test new ideas safely?
A Different Perspective
Fear can also protect against harmful unknowns, so caution may be warranted.
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