The author Jaroslav Hašek, in his book "The Good Soldier Švejk," critiques those who are taken aback by strong language, suggesting that such reactions stem from cowardice. He argues that these individuals are shocked by the realities of life, and their overly sensitive nature can be detrimental to culture and society. He believes that their aversion to frankness leads to superficiality, which undermines genuine character development within a nation.

Hašek warns against the rise of a culture filled with overly sensitive individuals, whom he describes metaphorically as "over-sensitive little people." He implies that this trend towards fragility in responding to real-life issues can lead to a false sense of culture, where important conversations and truths are avoided. This avoidance, according to the author, threatens to create a society that lacks the strength required to confront and address significant problems effectively.