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Dream Quote by Edward Abbey

“The greater your dreams, the more terrible your nightmares.” quote by Edward Abbey
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“The greater your dreams, the more terrible your nightmares.”

Edward Abbey

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Journey, 1972

Ambitious aspirations often bring intense fears and unsettling dreams.

In simple terms: Big dreams cause scary nightmares.

Key Takeaway

Balance ambition with self‑care.

Themes

dreams fear psychology

Mood

thoughtful cautious

Type

philosophical psychological

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • personal goals
  • mental health

Key Concepts

ambition nightmares inner conflict

Questions to Reflect On

  • What dream scares you most?
  • How can you mitigate anxiety?
A Different Perspective

Fear can paralyze progress.

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