Quote < 2026 >

: Avoidance often creates a "trap" of fear. As Abraham Maslow noted, growth must be chosen repeatedly, and fear must be overcome repeatedly. Running away only keeps that fear alive.

: Whether you are a writer starting with "crap" and gradually getting better or a student tackling a complex essay, the act of starting—turning on the faucet—is what allows the water to eventually flow. : Avoidance often creates a "trap" of fear

: In a world of "quick fixes," this quote reminds us that the "last 10% of launching something takes as much energy as the first 90%". There is no substitute for the work. growth must be chosen repeatedly