Quote by Vaclav Havel

This is a confusing and uncertain period, when a thousand wise words can go completely unnoticed, and one thoughtless word can provoke an utterly nonsensical furor.

This is a confusing and uncertain period, when a thousand wi

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This quote highlights the unpredictability and chaos of current times. It suggests that we are living in a time where wisdom and valuable insights are often overlooked or disregarded, while misguided or thoughtless words can easily incite irrational and exaggerated reactions. It reflects the idea that in today's society, meaningful messages can get lost amidst the noise, and trivial or meaningless things can gain disproportionate attention and significance.

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