Choked Quote by D.H. Lawrence
““The rabbit presses back her ears, Turns back her liquid, anguished eyes And crouches low: then with wild spring Spurts from the terror of his oncoming To be choked back, the wire ring Her frantic effort throttling: Piteous brown ball of quivering fears!””
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Rabbit's Fear, 1911
A rabbit's desperate struggle illustrates raw terror and the instinct to escape overwhelming danger.
In simple terms: A rabbit fights fear and tries to escape.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and confront fear directly.
Themes
fear
survival
instinct
vulnerability
Mood
tense
urgent
Type
literary
emotive
When to use this quote
- wildlife observation
- stress management
- creative expression
- education
Key Concepts
animal behavior
psychology
poetry
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you respond when trapped by fear?
- What can the rabbit teach about resilience?
A Different Perspective
Focusing on fear may amplify anxiety.
