Robert Green Ingersoll

It is hard to conceive of the utter demoralization, of the political blindness and immorality, of the patriotic dishonesty, of the cruelty and degradation of a people who supplemented the incomparable Declaration of Independence with the Fugitive Slave Law.

American Lawyer

Zbigniew Brzezinski

Indeed, for almost 10 years, Moscow had to carry on a war unsupportable by the government, a conflict that brought about the demoralization and finally the breakup of the Soviet empire.

American Politician

Focus on how demoralization affects someone's inner feelings, reducing their willingness to continue.

Emotional Impact

Demoralization often comes after many setbacks or failures, not usually just one.

Caused by Failures

It's not a physical but a mental and emotional state, touching on hope and confidence.

Non-physical Effect

In military context, demoralization is deliberate, used to weaken opponents psychologically.

Military Strategy

Different from physical harm, demoralization in the military targets the mind and spirit.

Not Physical Damage

It can be more subtle than open attacks, often involving psychological tactics or deception.

Subtle Warfare

Demoralization also means a breakdown in structure and order within a group.

Loss of Control

Often linked to poor leadership or guidance, causing a group to lose focus and discipline.

Leadership Related

Demoralization can spread within a group, affecting overall performance and unity.

Demoralization

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