Darkness Quote by Tara Brach
“By running from what we fear, we feed the inner darkness”
About This Quote
Source Book: Radical Acceptance by Tara Brach, 2003
Avoiding fear gives power to the parts of ourselves we deny, deepening inner negativity.
In simple terms: Running from fear strengthens inner darkness.
Key Takeaway
Face fear to diminish inner darkness.
Themes
self‑awareness
psychology
spiritual growth
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- personal reflection
- stressful decisions
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
shadow work
acceptance
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- What fear are you avoiding?
- How does confronting fear change your inner narrative?
A Different Perspective
Fear avoidance can also protect mental health in the short term.
