The closer a man approaches tragedy the more intense is his concentration of emotion upon the fixed point of his commitment, which is to say the closer he approaches what in life we call fanaticism.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Intense commitment can blur the line between deep emotion and dangerous obsession.
- In plain terms
- Being very focused can look like obsession.
- What can you take from it?
- Intensity can become dangerous.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When does passion become obsession?
- How much is enough?
Another view
Deep passion is also essential for great achievement.
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