30 Quotes On The Unknown! (AI Series)

It's day 88 of documenting 2025.

I realized something yesterday, which was supposed to be a Friyay.
Turns out, it was a Friday for me.
Not so fun.
On fears, I think I've gotten over my fear of rejection.
But there's a new one that resurfaced yesterday.
Fear Of The Unknown

Something happened.
It made me feel diminished and greatly embarrassed.
Much so that my mind was screaming at me....."You're better than this!"

I don't want to tell the full story now.
But one thing I will say is that when something doesn't work out the way you planned, it's not for you.
God made it that way for a reason.
A reason you will understand later.

So, I went to Meta AI again.
(It feels like a "her" to me)
This time, I didn't ask her to act as a life coach like I did in the last post.
I just asked her for some quotes.
This was her full response 👇🏼

Here are 20 quotes from famous people concerning fear of the unknown:
1. "The unknown is what it is. And to be frightened of it is what sends everybody scurrying around chasing dreams, illusions, wars, pomps, and vanity."
(John Steinbeck)

2. "Fear of the unknown is a terrible thing, but it's also a very useful thing, because it keeps us from doing stupid things."
(Neil Gaiman)

3. "The oldest and strongest emotion of mankind is fear, and the oldest and strongest kind of fear is fear of the unknown."
(H.P. Lovecraft)

4. "We fear the unknown not because it's unknown, but because we're afraid of what we might find out."
(Mignon McLaughlin)

5. "The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. And the greatest fear is not of the unknown, but of not being able to rise again."
(Nelson Mandela)

6. "Fear of the unknown is a fundamental human impulse, and it's one that we all have to confront at some point or another."
(Elizabeth Gilbert)

7. "The unknown is a natural part of life, and it's up to us to decide how we're going to respond to it."
(Tony Robbins)

8. "We must be willing to let go of the life we have planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us. And that requires embracing the unknown."
(E.M. Forster)

9. "Fear of the unknown can be a powerful motivator, but it can also be a prison that keeps us from experiencing the beauty and wonder of life."
(Deepak Chopra)

10. "The unknown is not something to be feared, but something to be explored and discovered."
(Carl Sagan)

11. "We fear the unknown because we're afraid of losing control, but the truth is that we're never really in control anyway."
(Alan Watts)

12. "Embracing the unknown is not about being reckless or irresponsible, it's about being open to new experiences and possibilities."
(Brené Brown)

13. "The unknown is a mystery that we can't solve, but it's also an opportunity for growth and transformation."
(Gabrielle Bernstein)

14. "Fear of the unknown can hold us back from pursuing our dreams and living the life we truly desire."
(Oprah Winfrey)

15. "The unknown is not something to be feared, but something to be respected and honored."
(Eckhart Tolle)

16. "We must be willing to take risks and step into the unknown if we want to experience true fulfillment and happiness."
(Steve Jobs)

17. "The unknown is a natural part of the human experience, and it's up to us to decide how we're going to respond to it."
(Desmond Tutu)

18. "Fear of the unknown can be a powerful catalyst for change and growth, but it can also be a source of suffering and stagnation."
(Pema Chödrön)

19. "The unknown is not something to be feared, but something to be explored and discovered with curiosity and wonder."
(Neil deGrasse Tyson)

20. "We must be willing to let go of our fear of the unknown and trust that everything will work out for our highest good."
(Louise Hay)

I'm realizing now that fearing the unknown means not trusting God enough to take care of your tomorrow; because He knows how it will go.
I was guilty of that yesterday.
I asked for 10 more quotes, but a different kind this time.
This was her response 👇🏼

Here are 10 inspiring quotes from famous people on embracing the unknown:
1. "To embrace the unknown is to live the life as it was meant to be lived — being surprised by all its miracles."
(Unknown, but a great quote to kick off this list!)

2. "When you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it."
(Paul Coehlo, reminding us that the universe has our backs when we take a leap of faith)

3. "The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams."
(Eleanor Roosevelt, encouraging us to have faith in our dreams and the unknown)

4. "How can you know what you’re capable of if you don’t embrace the unknown?"
(Esmeralda Santiago, highlighting the importance of stepping out of our comfort zones)

5. "Certainty is the enemy of progress. Being afraid is natural, but it shouldn’t prevent you from embracing the unknown."
(Gustavo Razzetti, reminding us that uncertainty is a natural part of growth.)

6. "Letting there be room for not knowing is the most important thing of all."
(Pema Chödrön, encouraging us to be okay with not having all the answers)

7. "Only the unknown frightens men. But once a man has faced the unknown, that terror becomes the known."
(Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, highlighting the power of facing our fears)

8. "I have learned that being receptive to the unknown, in all its many facets, allows us to become more open, curious, flexible, and expansive in our personal and professional lives."
(Estelle Frankel, emphasizing the benefits of embracing the unknown)

9. "The unknown can make life exciting."
(Unknown, but a great reminder that uncertainty can be a catalyst for growth and excitement)

10. "Embracing the unknown is the path towards true joy and openness to life’s wonders."
(Unknown, but a beautiful quote to wrap up this list!)

There you have it!
30 quotes on The Unknown.
I learned from them, and I hope you will as well.
I know I'm not alone in this 😌
I'm sure that at some point in your life, you've struggled with the same fear....of the unknown.
But I believe we will always conquer and move forward.

Today's entry from the usual read also adds a bit of context.
It's about the comfort zone.
But let me ask 🤔
Is the comfort zone and fear of the unknown related in some way?
Hmm...

365 Days With Self-discipline
📌 Day 88: On The Comfort Zone

"People will do almost anything to stay in their comfort zones.
If you want to accomplish anything, get out of your comfort zone.
Strive to increase order and
discipline in your life.
Discipline usually means doing the opposite of what you feel like doing."
Quote by Dave Kekich

"Whether it’s a fear of heights, an aversion to exercise, or any other kind of animosity toward the uncomfortable, scary, or out of the ordinary, stretching your comfort zone by gradually exposing yourself to such stimuli will lead to immense personal growth."

"As uncomfortable and difficult it is to step outside your comfort zone, it pays incredible dividends in the long run.
Make it an inherent part of your life to expose yourself to discomfort and face your fears head on.
Few things will change your life more than going outside of your comfort zone."

I think the last quote answered the question I asked earlier.
I don't think there's need to add to it.
If today's post was likened to food, it would be a steaming bowl of quote soup......
Pretty delicious 😋

This is where today's post ends.
Thanks for reading, my friend 🎀
I didn't want to tell any stories today...I'm still processing the happenings of yesterday and figuring some things out.
Thanks for joining me on this unexpected journey called "life".

I'm Duon Ada...
I'm documenting 2025..
And I'll see you tomorrow.
Ciao 💕