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What does it mean?
Major historical tragedies did not stop public discourse. Modern attacks draw attention but may not halt progress.
In plain terms
Big disasters get attention but don't stop everyone.
What can you take from it?
Catastrophes rarely halt societal momentum.

Where it applies

  • media cycles
  • historical events
  • public reaction

Putting it to work

  • maintain routine
  • process news
  • continue work

Questions to consider

  • When should society pause after tragedy?
  • How do you process bad news?

Another view

Some events may genuinely stop progress for long periods.

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