Quote by George Bernard Shaw

When the world goes mad, one must accept madness as sanity since sanity is, in the last analysis, nothing but the madness on which the whole world happens to agree.

When the world goes mad, one must accept madness as sanity s

Summary

This quote suggests that in times of chaotic or irrational circumstances, one should adapt and perceive madness as the new normal. It implies that what is deemed as sanity is actually a consensus agreed upon by society, making it relative rather than inherently rational. Thus, when faced with a world that appears insane, embracing the madness can be seen as a form of sanity since it aligns with the collective understanding. It highlights the idea that perception of sanity and madness could be subject to change based on the prevailing social norms and circumstances.

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By George Bernard Shaw

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