Come Quote by John Lewis
“People come up to me in airports, they walk into the office, and they say, 'I'm going to cry; I'm going to pass out.' And I say, 'Please don't pass out; I'm not a doctor.'”
About This Quote
Anecdote about people’s emotional overwhelm, juxtaposed with a humorous refusal to help medically.
In simple terms: People often overreact emotionally.
Offer empathy, not false medical aid.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- customer service
- healthcare
- public speaking
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you respond to emotional crises?
- When is humor appropriate in distress?
Humor may not always soothe intense distress.