Anxiety Quote by David R. Loy
““All of us react to our anxiety by “partializing” our world, by restricting our consciousness within narrow bounds, to areas that we can more or less control which provide us a sense of self-confidence.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Great Awakening by David R. Loy, 2001
Anxiety leads us to limit our awareness to controllable parts, creating a false sense of confidence.
In simple terms: We shrink our view when anxious, feeling safe.
Key Takeaway
Broaden awareness despite anxiety.
Themes
anxiety
control
self‑confidence
Mood
reflective
calming
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- stressful workdays
- public speaking
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
psychology
mindfulness
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you expand perception when anxious?
- What small act challenges your narrow focus?
A Different Perspective
Over‑reliance on control can cause paralysis.
