Every man Quote by Robert Silverberg
““In every man's life there is something he feels driven to do, something that pricks him at the core of his soul so long as it remains undone, and yet as he approaches the doing of it he will know fear, for perhaps to fulfill the obsession will bring him more pain than pleasure.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Book of Skulls by Robert Silverberg, 1979
A deep inner drive compels us toward a purpose, yet confronting it brings fear because the outcome may be painful rather than pleasurable.
In simple terms: Inner drive meets fear when purpose is pursued.
Key Takeaway
Embrace purpose despite fear.
Themes
purpose
fear
obsession
pain
pleasure
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career choice
- artistic pursuit
- personal goals
- overcoming fear
Key Concepts
Existential drive
psychology of ambition
Questions to Reflect On
- What purpose haunts you?
- How can you act despite possible pain?
A Different Perspective
Fear may paralyze action, leading to missed fulfillment.
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