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“The fear of death in the one place was not as strong as another kind of fear, the fear of a world gone crazy, a place where anything could happen, where nothing could be trusted, where nothing was certain. A terrible place.” quote by Orson Scott Card
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“The fear of death in the one place was not as strong as another kind of fear, the fear of a world gone crazy, a place where anything could happen, where nothing could be trusted, where nothing was certain. A terrible place.”

Orson Scott Card

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Fearful World, 2023

Fear of chaos and uncertainty can outweigh fear of death; a world lacking trust breeds anxiety and dread.

In simple terms: Uncertainty can be more terrifying than death.

Key Takeaway

Build trust and stability.

Themes

fear uncertainty society

Mood

anxious reflective

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • political policy
  • community building
  • mental health support
  • crisis management

Key Concepts

existential risk psychology social cohesion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you cope with uncertainty?
  • What actions foster societal trust?
A Different Perspective

Some fears are irrational.

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