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Apprehensive Quote by Philippa Gregory

“How?" I murmur. It feels as if I am talking in my sleep, floating down a stream of sleep. "How can I conquer the worst fear?" "You just decide," she says simply. "Just decide that you are not going to be a fearful woman and when you come to something that makes you apprehensive, you face it and…” quote by Philippa Gregory
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““How?" I murmur. It feels as if I am talking in my sleep, floating down a stream of sleep. "How can I conquer the worst fear?" "You just decide," she says simply. "Just decide that you are not going to be a fearful woman and when you come to something that makes you apprehensive, you face it and walk slowly and steadily towards it. And smile.””

Philippa Gregory

About This Quote

The passage advises confronting fear by deciding to be brave and moving toward the source of anxiety with steady, calm action.

In simple terms: Decide to be brave and face fear step by step.

Key Takeaway

Choose courage and act steadily.

Themes

courage self‑growth fear management

Mood

motivational reflective

Type

self‑help inspirational

When to use this quote

  • public speaking
  • career challenges
  • personal setbacks
  • new experiences

Key Concepts

psychology decision making resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • What fear will you confront today?
  • How does steady progress change your perception of fear?
A Different Perspective

Fear may resurface despite effort.

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