“Nothing is more desirable than to be released from an affliction, but nothing is more frightening than to be divested of a crutch ”
— James Baldwin
Simplified Meaning:
People often want to be free from their problems and pain because these things make life hard. Imagine you hurt your leg and need crutches to walk. Even though crutches can be annoying, they help you move around. Losing the crutches might mean you're healed, but it can also be scary because you're afraid your leg might not support you. In real life, this is like holding onto habits or beliefs that comfort us, even if they're not good for us. For example, someone might not like their job but be scared to quit because their job is their 'crutch' that gives them security. To apply this idea, try to recognize when you are holding onto something out of fear and take small steps to slowly let go of it, so you can grow and move forward in a healthier way.
