Afraid Quote by John Muir
“Perhaps the profession of doing good may be full, but every body should be kind at least to himself. Take a course of good water and air, and in the eternal youth of Nature you may renew your own. Go quietly, alone; no harm will befall you. Some have strange, morbid fears as soon as they find themselves with Nature, even in the kindest and wildest of her solitudes, like very sick children afraid of their mother-as if God were dead and the devil were king.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: My First Summer in the Sierra, John Muir, 1871
Kindness to oneself, through simple natural care, restores inner youth; solitude with nature can be both healing and unsettling.
In simple terms: Be kind to yourself by embracing nature’s simplicity.
Key Takeaway
Practice self‑care with nature.
Themes
self‑care
nature
solitude
Mood
calm
rejuvenating
Type
reflective
inspirational
When to use this quote
- daily walks
- gardening
- quiet meditation
- health retreats
Key Concepts
eco‑psychology
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- What natural practice restores your energy?
- How do you balance solitude with connection?
A Different Perspective
Nature’s solitude may amplify inner anxieties for some.
