Quote by Terry Pratchett

Welcome to fear, said Moist to himself. It's hope, turned inside out. You know it can't go wrong, you're sure it can't go wrong...But it might.

Welcome to fear, said Moist to himself. It's hope, turned in

Summary

In this quote, the character Moist is reflecting on the nature of fear. He sees it as being similar to hope, but inverted. While hope expects positive outcomes, fear anticipates negative ones. It is a juxtaposition of certainty and uncertainty, where one convinces oneself that everything will go as planned, yet acknowledges the possibility of failure lurking in the shadows. Moist acknowledges the paradoxical nature of fear, as it simultaneously offers confidence and doubt, highlighting the complexity and unpredictability of our emotions and thoughts.

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By Terry Pratchett

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