Enough Quote by Etgar Keret
“If you scare somebody enough, they stop being rational.”
About This Quote
Source Short story collection: "The Bus Driver Who Wanted to Be God", 2004
Fear can dominate rational thought when intimidation is extreme.
In simple terms: Fear makes people irrational.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and mitigate fear influences.
Themes
fear
irrationality
control
Mood
anxious
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- political propaganda
- bullying
- market manipulation
- public panic
Key Concepts
psychology of fear
social influence
Questions to Reflect On
- What scares you enough to act irrationally?
- How can you stay rational under pressure?
A Different Perspective
Fear can be used manipulatively.
