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“As soon as you tolerate something, it becomes bearable, and before long it will become common.” quote by Israel Zangwill
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“As soon as you tolerate something, it becomes bearable, and before long it will become common.”

Israel Zangwill

About This Quote

Source Essay: "The Modern Mind", 1912

Tolerance normalizes behavior, making it eventually accepted as standard.

In simple terms: Accepting something makes it normal.

Key Takeaway

Beware of normalizing harmful habits.

Themes

tolerance social change norms

Mood

critical thoughtful

Type

philosophical analytical

When to use this quote

  • political discourse
  • fashion trends
  • technology adoption
  • dietary habits

Key Concepts

social conditioning ethical boundaries cultural shift

Questions to Reflect On

  • What habits have become too accepted?
  • How can you challenge harmful norms?
A Different Perspective

Tolerance can enable negative practices if unchecked.

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