Add Quote by William James
“Evil is a disease; and worry over disease is itself an additional form of disease, which only adds to the original complaint.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: *The Principles of Psychology*, 1890
Worry about illness adds a secondary ailment, worsening the original health problem.
In simple terms: Anxiety compounds disease.
Key Takeaway
Manage anxiety to aid healing.
Themes
health
anxiety
mind‑body
psychology
Mood
concerned
hopeful
Type
clinical
educational
When to use this quote
- medical treatment
- mental health
- patient care
Key Concepts
Somatization
stress response
Questions to Reflect On
- How can one reduce health‑related worry?
- What role does mindset play in recovery?
A Different Perspective
Some stress is unavoidable.
