Quote by Richard Bach

The worst lies are the lies we tell ourselves. We live in denial of what we do, even what we think. We do this because we're afraid. We fear we will not find love, and when we find it we fear we'll lose it. We fear that if we do not have love we will be unhappy.

The worst lies are the lies we tell ourselves. We live in de

Summary

This quote highlights the damaging effect of self-deception. It suggests that the lies we tell ourselves are the most harmful because they prevent us from facing our own actions and thoughts truthfully. It emphasizes that the motivation behind these lies is fear â€“ specifically, fear of not finding or losing love and consequently being unhappy. By acknowledging and confronting these fears instead of disguising them, we create a pathway towards personal growth and genuine contentment in life.

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Fear Love Lies Denial

By Richard Bach

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