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“The people who fear humor - and they are many - are suspicious of its power to present things in unexpected lights, to question received opinions and to suggest unforeseen possibilities.” quote by Robertson Davies
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“The people who fear humor - and they are many - are suspicious of its power to present things in unexpected lights, to question received opinions and to suggest unforeseen possibilities.”

Robertson Davies

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Salterton Trilogy, 1945

People distrust humor because it can challenge norms and reveal hidden truths.

In simple terms: Fear of humor blocks new ideas.

Key Takeaway

Embrace humor to expand perspective.

Themes

humor skepticism innovation

Mood

thoughtful inquisitive

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • politics
  • education
  • media
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

cognitive bias critical thinking creativity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What benefits arise from questioning assumptions?
  • How can humor be used responsibly?
A Different Perspective

Humor can be misinterpreted or offensive.

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