Enchantment frightens us for good reason. Whether it's…
““Enchantment frightens us for good reason. Whether it's enchantment of the ordinary kind or the magical kind, it may very well change us, and we may not be able to return to our old selves, to our old certainties and our easy understandings. Magical people seem to fear that less than the rest of us. They want to be enchanted and are quite willing to be changed forever as they go deeper and deeper into realms beyond everyday understanding. Most of us wouldn't mind a little more magic ourselves, if we could slip in and out of it. We too want to leave the brab realities of work-a-day life, experience the transcendent, to revel in endless possibility. But most of us have lost any belief in good magic. All that's left is a vague sence that evil is afoot and ready to draw nearer. The only magic most of us believe in is the scary stuff.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Enchantment tempts us to transform, but fear of change limits our willingness to embrace magic.
In simple terms: Magic tempts but scares.
Key Takeaway
Embrace transformative experiences.
Themes
transformation
fear
magic
possibility
reality
growth
Mood
dreamy
contemplative
hopeful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- creative work
- spiritual practice
- personal development
- storytelling
Key Concepts
psychology
mythology
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you sacrifice for a magical transformation?
- How does fear shape your choices?
A Different Perspective
Not everyone seeks or benefits from magical change.