There is this lie floating around that says I am supposed to be able to do life alone, without any help, without stopping to worship something bigger than myself. But I actually believe there is something bigger than me, and I need for there to be something bigger than me. I need someone to put awe inside me; I need to come second to someone who has everything figured out.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The author argues that people need something larger than themselves to inspire awe and humility.
- In plain terms
- We need something bigger than us to feel awe and humility.
- What can you take from it?
- Seek a higher purpose or belief to stay grounded.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What gives you a sense of awe?
- How do you balance self-reliance with seeking higher purpose?
Another view
It may overlook the value of self-reliance.
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