Bed Quote by Garth Stein
“Demon. Gremlin. Poltergeist. Ghost. Phantom. Spirit. Shadow. Ghoul. Devil. People are afraid of them, so they relegate their existence to stories, volumes of books that can be closed and put on the shelf or left behind at a bed and breakfast; they clench their eyes shut, so they will see no evil. But trust me when I tell you that the zebra is real. Somewhere, the zebra is dancing.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: "The Art of Racing in the Rain" by Garth Stein, 2008
People fear unseen threats, relegating them to myth, yet real dangers exist and persist.
In simple terms: Fear hides real threats.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and confront hidden dangers.
Themes
fear
myth
reality
danger
Mood
cautious
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- mental health
- social stigma
- risk assessment
Key Concepts
psychology
culture
belief systems
Questions to Reflect On
- What 'threats do you overlook?
- How can you face hidden fears?
A Different Perspective
Ignoring fears can make them more harmful.
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