Atheism Quote by Gustave Le Bon
“A crowd is not merely impulsive and mobile. Like a savage, it is not prepared to admit that anything can come between its desire and the realisation of its desire.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Crowd: A Study of the Popular Mind, 1895
Crowds are driven by desire and resist any obstacle to fulfilling it, showing impulsive unity.
In simple terms: Crowds act on desire and reject obstacles.
Key Takeaway
Recognize crowd dynamics in decision making.
Themes
crowd behavior
psychology
desire
impulsivity
Mood
cautious
observant
Type
sociological
psychological
When to use this quote
- political rallies
- marketing campaigns
- stock market trends
- protest movements
- emergency evacuations
Key Concepts
groupthink
social influence
mobility
Questions to Reflect On
- When do crowds act selflessly?
- How can leaders guide crowd desire?
A Different Perspective
Crowds can also act altruistically, not just selfishly.
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