Change Quote by Chogyam Trungpa
“When we hide from the world in this way, we feel secure. We may think we have quieted our fear, but we are actually making ourselves numb with fear. We surround ourselves with our own familiar thoughts, so that nothing sharp or painful can touch us.”
About This Quote
Avoiding fear by isolating oneself leads to numbness, not safety.
In simple terms: Hiding from fear makes you numb.
Key Takeaway
Face fear directly.
Themes
fear
security
mindfulness
Mood
introspective
serious
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- stress management
- personal growth
- mental health
- relationships
Key Concepts
psychology
attachment
Questions to Reflect On
- What fears are you numbing?
- How can you stay present with discomfort?
A Different Perspective
Numbness can become a new fear.
![“If you look into the mirror, you see that [every part of you] belongs there and you belong there, as you are. You begin to realize that you have a perfect right to be in this universe, to be this way, and you see that there is a basic hospitality that this world provides to you. You have looked…” quote by Chogyam Trungpa](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/17c/chogyam-trungpa-1373_apologizing_if-you-look-into-the-mirror-you-see-that_86412.jpg)
