Fear Quote by George Eliot
“Fear was stronger than the calculation of probabilities.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Middlemarch, 1871, George Eliot
Fear can dominate decision‑making, outweighing rational probability assessments.
In simple terms: Fear can overrule logic.
Recognize fear’s influence on choices.
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When to use this quote
- financial investing
- health decisions
- public policy
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you let fear override logic?
- How can you balance emotion and data?
Fear may not always be irrational; sometimes it signals real danger.