Fear Quote by Stephanie Grace Whitson
““He told stories to help Two Mothers overcome childish fear. "Now,my son, why do you fear the storm? It is only the warriors of thunder and lightning. When you are tempted to be afraid, remember that God tells the lightning where it may go.Pretend that the noise and the light are from two warriors called Thunder and Lightning. They ride beautiful, swift ponies and carry lightning in their hands.As they race the wind,their ponies' hooves strike the clouds.That is the thunder.When they throw their lightning sticks, it flashes brightly in the sky.When God says 'Enough!' the warriors ride down to the earth, bringing the rain to water their ponies." "Have you ever seen the ponies, Father?" "Once, when I was hunting in the Black Hills, I thought I caught a glimpse of them. But before Wind and I could catch them, they rose again into the sky, taking the thunder and lightning with them to another place.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Two Mothers, Stephanie Grace Whitson, 2015
A story uses mythic warriors of thunder and lightning to teach children that fear can be transformed into wonder and trust in divine order.
In simple terms: Fear can become wonder through mythic storytelling.
Key Takeaway
Teach children to reframe fear as a story.
Themes
fear
myth
faith
imagination
Mood
calm
hopeful
inspirational
Type
narrative
teaching
spiritual
When to use this quote
- parenting
- education
- storytelling
- counseling
Key Concepts
symbolism
psychology
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you adapt this story for different ages?
- What symbols help you feel safe?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may not resonate with all cultural backgrounds.
