--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Somewhere along the journey of…" description: "\"Somewhere along the journey of remembering who we really are, we may find ourselves in a very uncomfortable space, a void in which we realize that we h..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/2e7/nicholas-schmidt-266070_awakening_somewhere-along-the-journey-of-rememberi_2332285.jpg" --- # Somewhere along the journey of remembering who we really… ![“Somewhere along the journey of remembering who we really are, we may find ourselves in a very uncomfortable space, a void in which we realize that we haven't totally let go of our old beliefs, and on the other hand we have yet to fully plug into the new truths we have discovered. This awkward…” quote by Nicholas Schmidt](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/2e7/nicholas-schmidt-266070_awakening_somewhere-along-the-journey-of-rememberi_2332285.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/2e7/nicholas-schmidt-266070_awakening_somewhere-along-the-journey-of-rememberi_2332285.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/2e7/nicholas-schmidt-266070_awakening_somewhere-along-the-journey-of-rememberi_2332285.jpg) > “Somewhere along the journey of remembering who we really are, we may find ourselves in a very uncomfortable space, a void in which we realize that we haven't totally let go of our old beliefs, and on the other hand we have yet to fully plug into the new truths we have discovered. This awkward "place of mind" can bring on an internal crisis of uncertainty, instability, confusion, frustration, and a most unspeakable despair as the "dark night" sets in and makes its presence felt.” Nicholas Schmidt ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Self‑discovery can create an uncomfortable mental void, leading to crisis and despair before new truths are integrated. **In simple terms:** Self‑reflection may cause inner turmoil. Key Takeaway Embrace discomfort for growth. Themes self‑discovery crisis transformation Mood introspective hopeful Type advice philosophical When to use this quote - personal growth - spiritual practice Key Concepts psychology belief systems Questions to Reflect On - What beliefs are you releasing? - How do you navigate uncertainty? 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