Come Quote by Naguib Mahfouz
““When disasters come at the same time, they compete with each other.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Thief and the Dogs, 1961
Simultaneous crises compete for attention, making each seem less urgent.
In simple terms: Disasters compete for focus.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize and address one crisis at a time.
Themes
crisis
competition
attention
Mood
analytical
pragmatic
Type
strategic
psychological
When to use this quote
- emergency response
- personal setbacks
- business risks
Key Concepts
psychology
systems theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you decide which crisis to tackle first?
- Can simultaneous problems be resolved together?
A Different Perspective
Multiple crises can overwhelm decision‑making.
