Afraid Quote by Beverley Brenna
““But how do you stop being afraid?" He asked, and his hands made little jerks up and down. "I guess you don't really ever stop," I said, "But you just have to go on. Like Stanly. You just have to get up in the morning and see what happens. Even though it is hard.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Girl Who Could Not Dream, Beverley Brenna, 2015
Fear cannot be fully eradicated; instead, one must keep moving forward despite anxiety, using persistence as a coping strategy.
In simple terms: You can’t stop being afraid, but you can keep going.
Keep acting despite fear; progress follows action.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career challenges
- personal setbacks
- daily routines
- mental health coping
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What small step can you take today despite fear?
- How does routine help you manage anxiety?
Fear may paralyze if not confronted with action.