There are very few monsters who warrant the fear we have of them.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Few actual monsters justify the fear people hold.
- In plain terms
- Most monsters are in our minds.
- What can you take from it?
- Fear more than actual danger.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What are you afraid of?
- Is it a monster or a mind?
Another view
Some threats are very real.
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