Biased Quote by Karl A. Menninger
“[on the voice of the intelligence] It is drowned out by the roar of fear.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Psychology of Fear, 1948
Fear drowns out rational thought, overwhelming perception and judgment.
In simple terms: Fear silences reason.
Manage fear to hear truth.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- therapy
- public speaking
- decision making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When does fear protect versus hinder?
- How to balance fear and rationality?
Fear can be useful as warning.