Quote by Kurt Vonnegut: “Live by the foma that make you brave and kind and healthy and happy.”

This quote advises us to embrace comforting untruths or harmless lies ("foma") if they genuinely lead to positive qualities like courage, kindness, well-being, and joy. It suggests that sometimes, belief itself is more important than objective truth for a fulfilling life.

In a world grappling with the potential for nuclear annihilation and the search for meaning, *Cat's Cradle* satirizes the human need for belief systems, even those based on "foma," to find comfort and purpose amidst chaos.

American writer known for his satirical and darkly humorous novels. His works often blend science fiction, satire, and black comedy, addressing themes of war, technology, and human nature. "Slaughterhouse-Five" is among his most famous.