Running Quote by Heather Hepler
![“[...] I think about the problem with running from your trouble . The problem is in the stopping. The whole time you think you're getting away from everything, the trouble is running like mad, too, trying to catch up with you. And it doesn't slow down when you do--it keeps on sprinting. So when…” quote by Heather Hepler](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/599/heather-hepler-33543_time_i-think-about-the-problem-with-running-f_475991.jpg)
““[...] I think about the problem with running from your trouble . The problem is in the stopping. The whole time you think you're getting away from everything, the trouble is running like mad, too, trying to catch up with you. And it doesn't slow down when you do--it keeps on sprinting. So when trouble finally reaches you, it hits you hard (p107)””
About This Quote
Source Book: Unspecified, page 107
The quote suggests that trying to escape problems often makes them chase you faster, and they intensify when you finally confront them.
In simple terms: Running from trouble makes it catch up and hit harder.
Key Takeaway
Face issues directly instead of fleeing.
Themes
anxiety
avoidance
confrontation
Mood
tense
reflective
Type
advice
cautionary
When to use this quote
- personal conflict
- work stress
- relationship issues
- health challenges
Key Concepts
psychology
stress dynamics
self‑sabotage
Questions to Reflect On
- What problem are you avoiding?
- How could confronting it change its intensity?
A Different Perspective
Escaping may temporarily relieve anxiety but can increase long‑term impact.
