Quote by Jim Fraser

A cause a day keeps reality away.

A cause a day keeps reality away.

Summary

This quote suggests that regularly engaging in causes or movements can serve as a distraction from facing the realities of life. It implies that constantly fighting for different causes can prevent individuals from addressing their own personal challenges or confronting the difficulties that exist in the world. The quote suggests that excessive involvement in causes may be an escape from reality, implying the need to balance activism with a grounded understanding and acknowledgment of life's complexities.

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