Do you know your particular fears? And what do you usually…
“Do you know your particular fears? And what do you usually do with them? You run away from them, don't you, or invent ideas and images to cover them? But to run away from fear is only to increase it.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Avoiding fear only strengthens it; confronting it directly reduces its power.
In simple terms: Facing fear weakens it.
Confront your fears head‑on.
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When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- public speaking
- career challenges
- relationship conflicts
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What fear do you habitually avoid?
- How might confronting it change your life?
Running away can reinforce avoidance patterns.