Come up Quote by Frederick Salomon Perls
“Learning is to discover that something is possible. We are using most of our energies for self-destructiv e games, self-preventing games. We prevent ourselves from growing the very moment something unpleasant, something painful comes up. At that moment we become phobic, we run away, we desensitize ourselves. Neurotic suffering is suffering in imagination, suffering in fantasy.”
About This Quote
The quote suggests that people avoid growth by fearing discomfort, leading to neurotic suffering imagined rather than faced.
In simple terms: Fear of pain stops personal development, causing imagined suffering.
Key Takeaway
Embrace discomfort to grow.
Themes
psychology
self‑development
avoidance
Mood
reflective
motivational
Type
psychological
self‑help
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- personal reflection
- educational workshops
- self‑help practices
Key Concepts
fear
neuroticism
self‑sabotage
growth mindset
Questions to Reflect On
- What discomfort are you avoiding?
- How can you face pain constructively?
A Different Perspective
Avoiding pain can limit learning and resilience.
