Anxiety Quote by Rebecca Solnit
“Panic is rare, looting is essentially insignificant, people are not terrified and trampling each other to flee from a disaster scene, but in fact are trying to manage a situation. We may in fact revert to some sort of primordial civility.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "The Myth of the Panic" in 'Wanderlust: A History of Walking', 2015
During crises, people often maintain order and civility rather than descending into chaos.
In simple terms: People stay calm in disasters.
Key Takeaway
Expect cooperation in emergencies.
Themes
society
crisis
behavior
Mood
observational
analytical
Type
sociological
reflective
When to use this quote
- emergency response
- urban planning
- community building
- media reporting
Key Concepts
sociology
anthropology
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What factors promote calm behavior?
- How can authorities reinforce civility?
A Different Perspective
Not all crises show civility; panic can still occur.
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