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Failure Quote by Mark Manson

“The avoidance of suffering is a form of suffering. The avoidance of struggle is a struggle. The denial of failure is a failure. Hiding what is shameful is itself a form of shame.” quote by Mark Manson
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““The avoidance of suffering is a form of suffering. The avoidance of struggle is a struggle. The denial of failure is a failure. Hiding what is shameful is itself a form of shame.””

Mark Manson

About This Quote

Source Book: The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck, 2016

Avoiding pain creates more pain; avoiding struggle creates struggle; denying failure is failure; hiding shame creates shame.

In simple terms: Avoiding discomfort leads to more problems.

Key Takeaway

Face discomfort to reduce its power.

Themes

pain struggle failure shame

Mood

motivational introspective

Type

self-help philosophical

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • career setbacks
  • mental health

Key Concepts

psychology self-awareness personal growth

Questions to Reflect On

  • What discomfort are you avoiding?
  • How can confronting it change the outcome?
A Different Perspective

Avoidance can become a self-fulfilling prophecy.

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