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Fear Quote by Geneen Roth

“Imagine not being frightened by any feeling. Imagine knowing that nothing will destroy you. That you are beyond any feeling, an state. Bigger than. Vaster than. That there is no reason to use drugs because anything a drug could do would pale in comparison to knowing who you are. To what you can…” quote by Geneen Roth
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““Imagine not being frightened by any feeling. Imagine knowing that nothing will destroy you. That you are beyond any feeling, an state. Bigger than. Vaster than. That there is no reason to use drugs because anything a drug could do would pale in comparison to knowing who you are. To what you can understand, live, be, just by being with that presents itself to you in the form of the feelings you have...””

Geneen Roth

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Power of Presence, Geneen Roth, 2015

Facing all feelings without fear reveals an inner strength that surpasses any external aid, making substance use unnecessary.

In simple terms: Fearless feeling shows true self.

Key Takeaway

Accept feelings to find inner power.

Themes

self‑acceptance inner strength mindfulness

Mood

calm introspective

Type

motivational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • therapy
  • meditation
  • addiction recovery
  • daily reflection

Key Concepts

psychology spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • What feeling do you avoid most?
  • How can you hold space for intense emotions?
A Different Perspective

Some feelings may be overwhelming and hard to process without support.

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