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Aeroplanes Quote by Muhammad Ali

“I tell you what I really fear. I fear aeroplanes. When the flight's all right and smooth I'm still thinking, 'what if the engine blow up?' 'What if a fool's got a bomb on it?'” quote by Muhammad Ali
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“I tell you what I really fear. I fear aeroplanes. When the flight's all right and smooth I'm still thinking, 'what if the engine blow up?' 'What if a fool's got a bomb on it?'”

Muhammad Ali

About This Quote

Source Interview: Unknown, personal confession

Fear can arise even in routine activities, especially when imagined catastrophes dominate thoughts.

In simple terms: Even routine flights can trigger anxiety about disaster.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge and manage irrational fears.

Themes

fear anxiety flight catastrophe

Mood

anxious thoughtful

Type

personal psychological

When to use this quote

  • air travel
  • public speaking
  • high‑risk jobs

Key Concepts

psychology risk perception mental health

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers your fear in everyday situations?
  • How can you reframe catastrophic thoughts?
A Different Perspective

Fear may be amplified by lack of control.

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