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Then I repeated these words to my spirits: 'Leave me be…

“Then I repeated these words to my spirits: 'Leave me be; give me peace; and let me do the work of my life. I will never forget you.' Something about that incantation was particularly appealing to me. 'I will never forget you'-- as though one had to address the pride of the spirits, as though one…” quote by Andrew Solomon
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“Then I repeated these words to my spirits: 'Leave me be; give me peace; and let me do the work of my life. I will never forget you.' Something about that incantation was particularly appealing to me. 'I will never forget you'-- as though one had to address the pride of the spirits, as though one wanted them to feel good about being exorcised.”

Andrew Solomon

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Repeating a personal mantra to the spirits seeks peace and purpose, acknowledging their presence.

In simple terms: Use a mantra to find peace and purpose.

Key Takeaway

Adopt a personal mantra for focus.

Themes

spirituality self‑care ritual

Mood

reflective calming

Type

spiritual personal

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • therapy
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

mantra inner dialogue peace

Questions to Reflect On

  • What mantra resonates with you?
  • How does speaking to your inner self help?
A Different Perspective

Mantras may feel forced without belief.

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