An old Cherokee is teaching his grandson about life.94 “A…
““An old Cherokee is teaching his grandson about life.94 “A fight is going on inside me,” he said to the boy. “It is a terrible fight and it is between two wolves. One is evil—he is anger, envy, sorrow, regret, greed, arrogance, self-pity, guilt, resentment, inferiority, lies, false pride, superiority, and ego.” He continued, “The other is good—he is joy, peace, love, hope, serenity, humility, kindness, benevolence, empathy, generosity, truth, compassion, and faith. The same fight is going on inside you—and inside every other person, too.” The grandson thought about it for a minute and then asked his grandfather, “Which wolf will win?” The old Cherokee simply replied, “The one you feed.” –CHEROKEE LEGEND””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The internal struggle between negative and positive impulses is determined by which we nurture.
In simple terms: Feed the good side.
Key Takeaway
Choose positive thoughts.
Themes
inner conflict
personal growth
mindset
Mood
inspirational
motivational
Type
psychological
ethical
When to use this quote
- daily meditation
- journaling
- counseling
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
psychology
choice
self‑control
Questions to Reflect On
- Which "wolf" do you feed today?
- How can you shift focus from negative to positive?
A Different Perspective
Simplifies complex emotions to a binary view.