Quote by J. K. Rowling

Fear of a name increases fear of the thing itself.

Fear of a name increases fear of the thing itself.

Summary

This quote means that when we fear or refuse to acknowledge something by its name, we only intensify our fear towards it. By avoiding or being hesitant to speak the name of something we are afraid of, we give it power over us and contribute to our own heightened anxiety. However, if we confront the fear head-on and address it by its name, we can decrease its hold over us and better understand how to overcome it. Essentially, the quote suggests that facing our fears directly diminishes their influence on us.

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By J. K. Rowling

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