Approval of others Quote by Joan Ball
““The pre-conversion Joan had always considered faith to be a crutch, and maybe it was. But I had never once considered that my VP title, six-figure salary, and bigger than necessary house were also crutches-- crutches that I had used to bear the weight of my insecurities and my unhealthy need for the approval of others. I began to realize that, despite my illusion of Independence, I had always leaned on something. Intellect and reason, drugs and alcohol, money and prestige: they had all been crutches for me. And I was being given a choice: to lean on these things that I could see and touch or to release them and lean on this undefined hope promised by this new faith.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast episode with Joan Ball, 2023
The speaker reflects that material success and personal attributes can become crutches masking insecurity, and suggests choosing faith and hope over tangible comforts.
In simple terms: Success can hide insecurity; faith offers a different support.
Key Takeaway
Consider what you rely on for security.
Themes
insecurity
faith
materialism
selfreliance
Mood
introspective
hopeful
Type
reflective
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- personal relationships
- financial decisions
- health choices
Key Concepts
psychology
spirituality
identity
dependency
Questions to Reflect On
- What crutches are you holding onto?
- How can you balance material needs with spiritual growth?
A Different Perspective
Reliance on intangible hope may lack concrete guidance.
