Abyss Quote by Rainer Maria Rilke
“We have no reason to mistrust our world, for it is not against us. Has it terrors, they are our terrors; has it abysses, those abysses belong to us; are dangers at hand, we must try to love them… Perhaps all the dragons of our lives are princesses who are only waiting to see us once beautiful and brave. Perhaps everything terrible is in its deepest being something helpless that wants help from us.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Dragon and the Princess, 1910
The poem suggests that feared challenges are actually opportunities for bravery and compassion, turning terror into love.
In simple terms: Fears are hidden chances for bravery and love.
Key Takeaway
Face fears as chances to help and grow.
Themes
courage
compassion
transformation
perception
inner strength
Mood
hopeful
reflective
inspirational
Type
poetic
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- overcoming anxiety
- reframing danger
- finding beauty in adversity
Key Concepts
fear
dragons
helping
beauty
bravery
Questions to Reflect On
- What ' do you view as a 'dragon'?
- How can you transform fear into compassion?
A Different Perspective
Fear can be overwhelming and paralyzing.
