A fanatic is a nut who has something to believe in.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A fanatic is defined not just by intensity but by having a specific cause to focus that intensity on.
- In plain terms
- Fanatics are obsessed people with a specific belief to hold onto.
- What can you take from it?
- Be wary of intense convictions that lack open inquiry.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What beliefs drive your actions?
- Is your conviction open to review?
Another view
Strong belief can also drive positive social change without fanaticism.
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