"恐れほど伝染する情熱はない"
— Michel de Montaigne
Simplified Meaning:
When people around you are scared, their fear can quickly spread to you and others nearby. For example, if you see a group of people running away suddenly, without knowing why, you might feel an urge to run too. This happens because humans naturally pick up on the emotions of those around them. It’s like when everyone in a crowd starts to panic during an emergency; even if you’re not sure what’s going on, you still feel the need to get to safety. In history, we've seen this with events like the Salem witch trials, where fear of witches spread through a town, causing people to accuse others without clear evidence. You can apply this idea in your own life by trying to stay calm and think logically when others are scared. By doing this, you can avoid getting caught up in unnecessary panic and help others to stay calm too.
