Afraid Quote by John Locke
“The only thing we are naturally afraid of is pain, or loss of pleasure. And because these are not annexed to any shape, colour, or size of visible objects, we are frighted of none of them, till either we have felt pain from them, or have notions put into us that they will do us harm.”
About This Quote
Humans fear pain and loss of pleasure, though they are abstract and not tied to specific objects.
In simple terms: Fear of pain and loss is abstract.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge abstract fears.
Themes
philosophy
psychology
human nature
Mood
thoughtful
introspective
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- counseling
- self‑reflection
- education
- creative writing
Key Concepts
pain
pleasure
fear
abstract concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do abstract fears influence behavior?
- Can you identify concrete triggers?
A Different Perspective
May ignore concrete sources of fear.
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