Dreams Quote by Christine Lemmon
““There are those times when a woman fears she is on the brink of extinction or that the dreams and wants she had for her life are endangered. It is then she must declare herself a refuge and take whatever measures to preserve her natural elements."--Portion of the Sea””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Portion of the Sea, Christine Lemmon, 2015
A woman facing existential fear must become her own sanctuary, actively protecting her innate strengths and aspirations against perceived threats.
In simple terms: Self‑protection in times of fear.
Guard your inner strengths when threatened.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- mental health struggles
- career setbacks
- relationship breakdowns
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner resources can you cultivate for resilience?
- How do you balance self‑care with external support?
Not all threats can be overcome by self‑refuge alone.