Accepting Quote by Jeffrey McDaniel
“We didn’t deny the obvious, but we didn’t entirely accept it either. I mean, we said hello to it each morning in the foyer. We patted its little head as it made a mess in the backyard, but we never nurtured it. Many nights the obvious showed up at our bedroom door, in its pajamas, unable to sleep, in need of a hug, and we just stared at it like an Armenian, or even worse— hid beneath the covers and pretended not to hear its tiny sobs.”
About This Quote
Source Short story: Unknown, contemporary fiction
We acknowledge problems but never fully confront them, leaving them unresolved.
In simple terms: We ignore issues despite seeing them.
Key Takeaway
Face problems directly.
Themes
avoidance
acknowledgment
unresolved tension
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- daily stress
- relationship conflict
- workplace issues
- mental health
Key Concepts
psychology
behavioral patterns
Questions to Reflect On
- What issues do you avoid?
- How can you address them constructively?
A Different Perspective
Denial can worsen problems.
