Appeals Quote by Joost Meerloo
“The big lie and monotonously repeated nonsense have more emotional appeal in a cold war than logic and reason.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Psychological Effects of War by Joost Meerloo, 1945
In wartime, emotionally charged falsehoods spread more readily than rational arguments.
In simple terms: Emotions win over logic in war.
Key Takeaway
Beware emotional manipulation.
Themes
propaganda
war
emotion
logic
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political campaigns
- social media debates
- conflict zones
- public speeches
Key Concepts
psychology of persuasion
mass media
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do people prefer simple narratives?
- How can reason be made compelling?
A Different Perspective
Rational appeals can still be effective with credible sources.
