Quote by Tom Baker

We are pre-disposed for fantasy, there is a natural impulse for human beings to want to get off their heads or out of their heads in something in a substance or a drink or an idea or a religion which will comfort them and make life exciting.

We are pre-disposed for fantasy, there is a natural impulse

Summary

This quote suggests that humans have an inherent inclination towards seeking fantasy and escapism. It argues that people have a natural desire to detach themselves from reality, whether through substance abuse, entertainment, or the pursuit of beliefs or ideologies that offer comfort and excitement. The quote implies that the pursuit of these escape mechanisms is ingrained in human nature.

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