Lion Quote by William Kent Krueger
““In every human being, there are two wolves constantly fighting. One is fear, and the other is love. When Cork had asked which of the wolves won the battle, Meloux’s answer had been: The one you feed. Always the one you feed.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Good Luck of Right Now by William Kent Krueger, 2015
Inner conflict is portrayed as two wolves, fear and love, and the outcome depends on which emotion you nurture.
In simple terms: Your emotions shape your life.
Key Takeaway
Choose to nurture love.
Themes
self‑growth
emotional intelligence
choice
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- stress management
- habit formation
Key Concepts
psychology
metaphor
mindset
Questions to Reflect On
- Which emotion do you feed daily?
- How can you shift focus to love?
A Different Perspective
Feeding fear can reinforce negativity.
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