Afraid Quote by Annie Smith Peck
“I am afraid if there is anything to be afraid of. A precipice cannot hurt you. Lions and tigers can. The streets of New York I consider more dangerous than the Matterhorn to a thoroughly competent and careful climber.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address, 1908, USA
The speaker contrasts imagined fears with real dangers, noting that abstract threats are harmless while tangible risks can cause harm, especially in urban environments.
In simple terms: Imagined fears are harmless; real dangers matter.
Key Takeaway
Focus on actual risks, not imagined ones.
Themes
fear
risk
urban life
perception
reality
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
advice
observational
When to use this quote
- travel in cities
- mountaineering
- personal safety planning
- risk management
Key Concepts
psychology
danger assessment
urban safety
Questions to Reflect On
- What real dangers do you overlook?
- How can you better assess true risk?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on imagined fear can distract from addressing real threats.
