Anxiety Quote by Richard J. Foster
““Freedom from anxiety is characterized by three inner attitudes. If what we have we receive as a gift, and if what we have is to be cared for by God, and if what we have is available to others, then we will possess freedom from anxiety. This is the inward reality of simplicity. However, if what we have we believe we have gotten, and if what we have we believe we must hold onto, and if what we have is not available to others, then we will live in anxiety. Such persons will never know simplicity regardless of the outward contortions they may put themselves through in order to live “the simple life.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Celebration of Discipline, Richard J. Foster, 1994
Freedom from anxiety comes from seeing possessions as gifts, caring for them, and sharing them; hoarding creates anxiety.
In simple terms: Share and care for what you have to be anxiety.
Key Takeaway
Practice generosity and humility.
Themes
anxiety
freedom
generosity
simplicity
Mood
thoughtful
hopeful
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- daily life
- financial management
- relationships
Key Concepts
spirituality
inner attitudes
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you view your belongings as gifts?
- How can sharing reduce your worries?
A Different Perspective
Anxiety can also arise from external pressures not addressed by mindset alone.
