“People who deny the existence of dragons are often eaten by dragons. From within.”

― Ursula K. Le Guin, The Wave in the Mind: Talks and Essays on the Writer, the Reader and the Imagination

This quote is of particular relevance to this week’s podcast episode, but you’ll have to tune in to find out why! 

What’s the deeper meaning here, though? Our deepest desires can become deadly dragons when we deny them. It’s too hard. I don’t have enough money, time, energy, ability, whatever. But you never forget that one thing you truly wish to do, and if you continue to deny it, the regret will build until you’re dissatisfied and jaded. Change is hard, but is comfort really what we live for? Or do we live for our dreams? Choose to fly with the dragons!

Note to readers: I plan to share a quote each week from a fantasy book. If you have any you’d like to suggest for a future newsletter and blog, let me know! Email: dtkane@dtkane.com.