Creative Quote by Brenda Ueland
“When you will, make a resolution, set your jaw, you are expressing an imaginative fear that you won't do the thing. If you knew you would do the thing, you would smile happily and set about it. And this fear (since the imagination is always creative) comes about presently and you slide down into the complete slump of several weeks or years - the very thing you dreaded and set your jaw against.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Unfinished Woman, 1935
Fear of failure can paralyze us, turning intentions into procrastination and self‑sabotage.
In simple terms: Fear stops us from acting on goals.
Key Takeaway
Confront imagined fear to avoid stagnation.
Themes
psychology
motivation
self‑discipline
procrastination
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
self‑help
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal goal setting
- career planning
- creative projects
- health habits
Key Concepts
fear
imagination
self‑sabotage
Questions to Reflect On
- What imagined fears hold you back?
- How can you transform fear into motivation?
A Different Perspective
Ignoring fear may worsen anxiety and delay progress.
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