Coinage Of The Term And Definition

In Bertrand Russell's "Problems of Philosophy," the "security blanket paradox" is a metaphorical concept used to describe a common psychological predicament experienced by humans.

It arises when individuals latch onto these sources of comfort, akin to someone holding onto a security blanket. While it initially provides a sense of safety, it ultimately becomes a source of anxiety too. This is because people not only worry about the original hazards and uncertainties but also become anxious about the potential loss or damage to their "security blanket" (the possession, relationship, or beliefs