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“True relaxation was a state of being that had been virtually unknown to him since childhood. The best that could be said of it was that when he felt relatively safe, he entered a condition of lenient wariness.” quote by Alan Dean Foster
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““True relaxation was a state of being that had been virtually unknown to him since childhood. The best that could be said of it was that when he felt relatively safe, he entered a condition of lenient wariness.””

Alan Dean Foster

About This Quote

Source Novel: Sentenced to Prism, 1995

A person only feels true relaxation when they feel safe enough to let down their guard, which is rare for someone accustomed to constant vigilance.

In simple terms: Relaxation needs safety and trust.

Key Takeaway

Seek safe environments to relax.

Themes

safety trust relaxation vigilance

Mood

calm reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • Workplace
  • home
  • meditation
  • therapy
  • travel

Key Concepts

Psychology stress relief personal safety

Questions to Reflect On

  • What conditions make you feel safe enough to relax?
  • How can you cultivate lenient wariness?
A Different Perspective

Even in safety, underlying anxiety may persist.

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