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“People want to forget the impossible. It makes their world safer.” quote by Neil Gaiman
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“People want to forget the impossible. It makes their world safer.”

Neil Gaiman

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Ocean at the End of the Lane, 2013

People avoid confronting impossible truths to protect themselves from discomfort.

In simple terms: Avoiding impossible truths feels safer.

Key Takeaway

Accept reality, even when painful.

Themes

psychology self‑protection truth

Mood

reflective anxious

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • political discourse
  • media consumption
  • grief processing

Key Concepts

cognitive dissonance defense mechanisms

Questions to Reflect On

  • What impossible truth are you avoiding?
  • How does denial affect your decisions?
A Different Perspective

Ignoring impossibility can hinder growth and problem‑solving.

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