I believe in possibility, but I'm not sure I believe in…
“I believe in possibility, but I'm not sure I believe in demons. I was trying to like downgrade that word to superstition. 'Am I superstitious?' And I realized, 'No, but maybe it's superstition, maybe it's OCD. They might be closer than you think. Like when I pick a book off a shelf, I'll look at all of them. They're the exact same book with the exact same words inside, but I'll think that one is meant to go home with me. Now I sound crazy. And I'll never pick the first thing up off a shelf, it has to be the one behind.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The speaker doubts superstitious thoughts, questioning whether they stem from OCD or superstition, and describes compulsive decision‑making.
In simple terms: Questioning whether habits are superstition or OCD.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and examine compulsive patterns.
Themes
self‑doubt
compulsion
mental health
decision making
Mood
anxious
reflective
Type
personal
psychological
When to use this quote
- choosing books
- daily routines
- shopping
- habit formation
Key Concepts
OCD
superstition
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate between superstition and OCD?
- What triggers your need to avoid the first item?
A Different Perspective
Compulsive habits may be rooted in anxiety, not rational choice.