Fear Quote by Sydney J. Harris
““But in terms of "psychological" time, most of us are still living in centuries past, stirred by ancient grudges, controlled by obsolete prejudices, driven by buried fears.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: "The Age of Anxiety", 1965
People are trapped by outdated mental habits, preventing progress and causing fear.
In simple terms: Old biases hold us back.
Key Takeaway
Identify and discard obsolete prejudices.
Themes
psychology
history
culture
fear
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- organizational change
- policy making
- education curricula
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
social conditioning
collective memory
Questions to Reflect On
- What ancient grudges still influence you?
- How can societies overcome entrenched prejudices?
A Different Perspective
Changing deep‑seated beliefs is slow and often meets resistance.
