Riddle

I am the creature that robs men of their dignity, pride, and will. I feast on children's dreams till' they have none. I am the monster in your head, waiting to strike. What am I?

Choose an answer

A.A nightmare
B.Anxiety
C.A monster
D.I am fear, SO FEAR ME!
Hint: It's a 6-word phrase with 15 letters, starting with "I".

Answer

I am fear, SO FEAR ME!

Why this is the answer

Fear undermines confidence and pride and can consume a child's hopeful dreams, existing only as a mental threat.

This riddle is filed under Halloween Riddles and rated Hard.