I said 'Lily, Oh Lily I'm so afraid I fear I am walking in the Veil of Darkness' And she said 'Child, take what I say With a pinch of salt And protect yourself with fire'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A figure named Lily advises caution and self-protection when facing fear or darkness.
- In plain terms
- When you are afraid, be careful and protect yourself.
- What can you take from it?
- Fear requires caution and self-protection.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What protects us from darkness?
- How do we trust advice?
Another view
Being overly cautious can lead to missing opportunities.
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