Children Quote by David Clement-Davies
“Not stories told by wolf or man to frighten children, of Wolfbane and of werewolves, of grasht and goblins and of silly vampires, fables to frighten cowards with the threat of evil and of sin. But the power that lives beyond those stories, and makes them strong indeed, that lives in nightmares and in sleep. That is ribbed into the very fabric of conscious being. The power of love and hate.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Sight, by David Clement‑Davies, 2007
Stories of monsters are used to scare the timid, but deeper forces of love and hate shape our consciousness and dreams.
In simple terms: Monsters frighten, but love and hate shape us.
Key Takeaway
Recognize how deep emotions drive fear and courage.
Themes
fear
myth
psychology
emotion
consciousness
Mood
anxious
reflective
inquisitive
Type
literary
psychological
cultural
When to use this quote
- parenting
- storytelling
- nightmare analysis
- personal growth
- cultural studies
Key Concepts
archetype
dualism
collective unconscious
Questions to Reflect On
- How do love and hate influence your reactions to fear?
- Can myths be used constructively?
A Different Perspective
Stories may oversimplify complex emotions, ignoring rational coping strategies.
