Fear Quote by Abraham Maslow
“We fear to know the fearsome and unsavory aspects of ourselves, but we fear even more to know the godlike in ourselves.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Motivation and Personality by Abraham Maslow, 1954
We avoid confronting both our dark sides and our divine potential, but the latter scares us more.
In simple terms: We fear knowing our best and worst selves.
Key Takeaway
Embrace self‑exploration despite discomfort.
Themes
self‑awareness
growth
fear
potential
Mood
introspective
challenging
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- therapy
- creative work
- leadership development
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
psychology
humanism
self‑actualization
Questions to Reflect On
- What part of yourself have you avoided?
- How could recognizing your strengths change your path?
A Different Perspective
Self‑actualization can be overwhelming without guidance.
