Everybody gets jolted. You, me, before we die we’ll all…
“Everybody gets jolted. You, me, before we die we’ll all get nailed, lots of times. But that doesn’t mean we’ll get turned into witches. You can’t avoid getting zapped, but you can avoid passing the mean energy on. That’s the interesting thing about witches, the challenge of them-- learning not to hit back, or hit somebody else, when they zap you. You can bury the zap, for instance, like the gods buried the Titans in the center of the earth. Or you can be like a river when a forest fire hits it--phshhhhhhhhhhhh! Just drown it, drown all the heat and let it wash away.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Life’s hardships are inevitable, but we can choose how to respond—by absorbing or releasing negative energy.
In simple terms: We can choose to let go of hurt.
Key Takeaway
Practice emotional resilience and release negativity.
Themes
resilience
energy
choice
healing
growth
Mood
calm
reflective
Type
self‑help
inspirational
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- personal development
- stress management
- therapy
Key Concepts
psychology
mindfulness
emotional intelligence
Questions to Reflect On
- What techniques help you release negative energy?
- How do you stay calm under pressure?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex trauma.