The sadness ― the general sadness that squats and pees…
““The sadness ― the general sadness that squats and pees inside my brain ― isn't over. It never will be. I know how best to chase it away, though. It usually works. Sometimes it doesn't. But I pray and say, fuck it, then. I choose this. It chooses me. I choose it back.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The narrator acknowledges persistent sadness, chooses to confront it, and uses prayer and defiant affirmation to manage it.
In simple terms: Sadness is constant; confronting it helps.
Key Takeaway
Accept and actively address your sadness.
Themes
mental health
resilience
spirituality
Mood
introspective
hopeful
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- therapy
- personal crisis
- spiritual practice
- daily routine
- self‑talk
Key Concepts
existentialism
self‑acceptance
coping strategies
Questions to Reflect On
- What coping mechanisms work for you?
- How does acceptance change your experience?
A Different Perspective
Denial can prolong suffering.