#Fear Of Change

Why Familiarity Can Make Change Feel Threatening

Mandy Liu’s line points to a subtle social truth: the people closest to you often build a stable picture of who you are, and that picture becomes part of how they feel safe with you. When you act outside that familiar sc...

One Is Not Afraid of the Unknown; One Is Afraid of the Known Coming to an End - Jiddu Krishnamurti

This quote suggests that people do not truly fear the unknown itself, but rather the loss of familiarity, stability, and what they already understand. Change disrupts comfort, making it unsettling.

Taking a New Step, Uttering a New Word – Fyodor Dostoevsky

This quote highlights how people are often afraid of change and uncertainty. Taking a new step symbolizes progress, but it can also bring fear of the unknown and potential failure.

Making a Big Life Change Is Scary, But Regret Is Scarier - Zig Ziglar

This quote highlights the idea that fear can hold us back from pursuing significant changes, but the fear of regret—missing out on opportunities—is a stronger motivator to take action.