Being true Quote by Robin McKinley
““Friends you will have need of, for in you two worlds meet. There is no one on both sides with you, so you must learn to take your own counsel; and not to fear what is strange, if you know it also to be true.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Blue Sword by Robin McKinley, 1982
When you face unfamiliar situations, rely on your own judgment and accept that truth can be found in the unknown.
In simple terms: Trust yourself in new situations and recognize truth may be strange.
Key Takeaway
Be self‑reliant and open‑minded.
Themes
self‑reliance
courage
truth
adaptation
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- starting a new job
- moving to a new city
- meeting new people
- making decisions without guidance
Key Concepts
personal growth
philosophical
existential
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance self‑counsel with listening to others?
- When can unfamiliar truths be trusted?
A Different Perspective
May overlook valuable external advice or perspectives.
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