"La voix de l'intelligence est noyée par le rugissement de la peur."
— Karl A. Menninger
Simplified Meaning:
When people are really scared, they often can't think clearly or make good decisions. Imagine a person who is afraid of flying. Even though statistics show that flying is very safe, their fear can be so loud in their mind that they can't listen to reason or facts. This fear takes over, making it hard for them to think about how rarely plane accidents happen. Just like how loud noises can make it hard to hear someone talking, fear can make it hard to hear the calm, smart part of our brain. If we want to make good choices, it's important to find ways to stay calm and not let our fears control us. For example, someone who is scared of public speaking might take deep breaths or practice a lot to feel more confident, helping their smart side be louder than their fearful side.
