Devil Quote by Dorothea Benton Frank
““When you start running from trouble? It confers with the devil on how to find you twice as fast.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Trouble's Shadow by Dorothea Benton Frank, 2010
Avoiding problems only invites them to return more aggressively, as if the devil is chasing you.
In simple terms: Running from trouble makes it worse.
Key Takeaway
Face issues directly.
Themes
conflict
avoidance
consequences
Mood
anxious
motivated
Type
advice
fictional dialogue
When to use this quote
- personal crises
- relationship disputes
- career challenges
Key Concepts
psychology
self‑help
Questions to Reflect On
- What problems are you avoiding?
- How can confronting them change outcomes?
A Different Perspective
Denial can exacerbate stress.
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