Quote by Marianne Williamson, A Return to
Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, 'who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?' Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It is not just in some of us; it is in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.
Summary
This quote, often attributed to Marianne Williamson, highlights the idea that our greatest fear is not inadequacy, but rather the fear of embracing our true capabilities and potential. It suggests that we tend to shrink ourselves down, playing small, to avoid making others feel uncomfortable or inadequate. However, the quote reminds us that we are all born with inherent greatness and that by letting our own light shine, we inspire and give permission to others to do the same. By overcoming our fears and recognizing our power, we can liberate ourselves and empower those around us.
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