Feet Quote by Edward Abbey
“We need wilderness whether or not we ever set foot in it. We need a refuge even though we may never need to go there. We need the possibility of escape as surely as we need hope.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Desert Solitaire by Edward Abbey, 1968
Humans require imagined safe spaces for psychological comfort, even if never used.
In simple terms: We need imagined refuges.
Cultivate mental safe spaces.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal stress
- creative work
- life planning
- decision making
- risk assessment
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does an imagined refuge affect real resilience?
- When might you need a mental escape?
Physical refuge may not replace real coping skills.