Becoming Quote by Rene Girard
“I believe that in intense conflict, far from becoming sharper, differences melt away.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Violence and the Sacred, René Girard, 1972
Intense conflict can blur differences, leading to unity rather than sharper division.
In simple terms: Conflict may dissolve distinctions.
Seek common ground in disputes.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political debates
- family arguments
- team disagreements
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can you take to find shared values?
- How does empathy affect conflict?
Opposing views may persist despite effort.