Day and night Quote by Sherrilyn Kenyon
““Deep inside your heart there are two wolves. Each strong enough to devour the other, they are in constant war. One is evil through and through. He is revenge, rage, greed, arrogance, stupidity, superiority, envy, guilt, lies, ego, false-pride, inferiority, self-doubt, suspicion, and resentment. The other wolf is everything kind. He is made of peace, blissful tranquility, wisdom, love and joy, hope and humility, compassion, benevolence, generosity, truth, faith, and empathy. They circle each other inside your heart and they fight one another at all times. Day and night. There is no letup. Not even while you sleep. Be careful which wolf you feed. For that beast will follow you home and live with you until you either make a bed for it to stay, or find the temerity to drive it out.””
About This Quote
An allegorical tale of two opposing forces within each person—one destructive, one benevolent—emphasizing that conscious choice determines which inner nature dominates.
In simple terms: Feed the good wolf to nurture kindness.
Key Takeaway
Inner conflict is shaped by intentional focus.
Themes
inner conflict
morality
self‑control
spirituality
Mood
inspirational
cautionary
Type
metaphorical teaching
spiritual guidance
When to use this quote
- overcoming anger
- cultivating compassion
- mindful decision‑making
Key Concepts
dualism
habit formation
Practical Applications
- Practice daily reflection on which thoughts you reinforce.
Questions to Reflect On
- What daily habits reinforce the 'good' wolf?
- Can both wolves coexist peacefully?
A Different Perspective
Binary framing oversimplifies the spectrum of human motivations.
