Quote by David Mamet

You know, I once read an interesting book which said that, uh, most people lost in the wilds, they, they die of shame. Yeah, see, they die of shame. 'What did I do wrong? How could I have gotten myself into this?' And so they sit there and they... die. Because they didn't do the one thing that would save their lives. Thinking.

You know, I once read an interesting book which said that, u

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of critical thinking in dire situations. It suggests that many individuals who find themselves lost in the wilderness perish not due to physical harm, but because they fail to analyze their predicament. They succumb to shame, questioning their actions and feeling helpless, instead of focusing their efforts on conceptualizing potential solutions. By highlighting the significance of thought and reflection, the quote suggests that rational thinking is the key to survival in challenging circumstances.

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Survival Inspirational Shame

By David Mamet

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