It seemed to them dreadfully dangerous to put it into…
““It seemed to them dreadfully dangerous to put it into words like that, for lately the things they didn't want to happen were the things that happened and the logic of this was that if you pretended not to want what you really wanted dreadfully you would be more likely to get it.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
People fear confronting true desires, believing denial will prevent them, yet avoidance often brings those very outcomes.
In simple terms: Denial can cause the things you fear.
Key Takeaway
Face your true wishes honestly.
Themes
desire
fear
psychology
self‑sabotage
Mood
anxious
thoughtful
introspective
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- career decisions
- relationship choices
- creative projects
- personal goals
Key Concepts
cognitive dissonance
self‑fulfilling prophecy
inner conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- What desire are you avoiding?
- How might honesty change the outcome?
A Different Perspective
Denial may protect temporarily but can backfire.