Pearl S. BuckFear alone makes man weak. If you are afraid, your hands tremble, your feet falter, and your brain cannot tell hands and feet what to do.
About This Quote
This quote is quite true. Fear can cause many physical ailments, especially when it manifests in your brain. If you are afraid, your hands tremble, your feet falter, and your brain cannot tell hands and feet what to do. If you are afraid, you are paralyzed.
Source: The Big Wave
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