There's lots will take things as they are--fat and stupid; and lots will be worried by a sort of feeling that it's all wrong, and that they ought to be doing something. Now whenever things are so that a lot of people feel they ought to be doing something, the weak, and those who go weak with a lot of complicated thinking, always make for a sort of do-nothing religion
In H. G. Wells' "The War of the Worlds," he explores the contrasting responses of people to societal issues. Many individuals accept their circumstances without question, while others experience a sense of unease, believing they should take action. This feeling can lead to confusion and inaction, particularly among those who struggle to navigate complex thoughts and emotions.
Wells suggests that when a significant number of people feel compelled to act but are uncertain, it often produces a passive or ineffective mindset. This tendency towards a "do-nothing religion" reflects a collective paralysis, where the desire to engage with fundamental problems is stifled by complacency and overthinking.
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