We poison our lives with fear of burglary and shipwreck, and, ask anyone, the house is never burgled, and the ship never goes down.

Summary

This quote suggests that people often unnecessarily worry and fear about unlikely and catastrophic events happening in their lives. It implies that despite our constant fear of burglary or shipwreck, statistically speaking, these events are rare occurrences. The quote implies that our excessive fears poison our lives and prevent us from truly living and enjoying the present moment. It highlights the disparity between our fearful imagination and the reality of the situation, emphasizing the unlikelihood of these dreadful events actually happening.

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