Quote by Titus Livius

Under the influence of fear, which always leads men to take a pessimistic view of things, they magnified their enemies' resources, and minimized their own.

Under the influence of fear, which always leads men to take

Summary

This quote suggests that fear has a profound impact on how people perceive their situations. When gripped by fear, individuals tend to adopt a negative and pessimistic outlook, exaggerating the strength and capabilities of their adversaries while downplaying their own strengths and resources. In this state, fear distorts reality and impairs the ability to accurately assess one's own abilities. It highlights the power of fear to cloud judgment and potentially hinder individuals from effectively facing challenges or seizing opportunities.

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Fear

By Titus Livius

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