Frightened Quotes
The frightened mind that runs away from everyday terrors meets the seeking mind that wants a better world.
"The frightened mind that runs away from everyday terrors meets the seeking mind that wants a better world."— Alan Watts
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Meaning of this quote
Seeking a better world and fleeing fear can arise from the same anxious mind.
Key takeaway:
Ask whether a proposed change addresses a problem or only promises escape.
Origin of the quote
Introduction by Deepak Chopra to The Wisdom of Insecurity; introduction copyright 2011.
Who actually said this?
Exact sentence appears in the later introduction, followed by Chopra's signature, not in Watts's original 1951 book. Checked against the publisher sample.
