Execution Quote by Fritz Leiber
““Of course it had been an hallucination. But when hallucinations start behaving like realities, with a score of coincidences to back them up, even a scientist has to face the possibility that he may have to treat them like realities. And when hallucinations begin to threaten you and yours in a direct physical way— No, more than that. When you must keep faith with someone you love.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Unspecified, likely speculative fiction
When hallucinations become indistinguishable from reality, they must be treated as real, especially when they threaten loved ones.
In simple terms: Treat dangerous hallucinations as reality.
Key Takeaway
Stay vigilant to mental health threats.
Themes
psychology
reality
trust
danger
Mood
cautionary
introspective
dramatic
Type
fiction
psychological
When to use this quote
- clinical assessment
- personal relationships
- risk management
Key Concepts
perception
cognitive distortion
protective love
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate hallucination from reality?
- When should you trust intuition over evidence?
A Different Perspective
The line blurs between mental and physical threats.
