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“I admit that I ain't no angel, I admit that I ain't no saint-- I'm selfish and I'm cruel and I'm blind. If I exorcise my devils, well my angels may leave too. When they leave they're so hard to find...” quote by Tom Waits
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“I admit that I ain't no angel, I admit that I ain't no saint-- I'm selfish and I'm cruel and I'm blind. If I exorcise my devils, well my angels may leave too. When they leave they're so hard to find...”

Tom Waits

About This Quote

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

Acknowledges human flaws and the risk of losing inner goodness when confronting personal demons.

In simple terms: We’re imperfect and can lose our goodness.

Key Takeaway

Accept flaws, seek growth.

Themes

imperfection self‑reflection redemption

Mood

melancholic introspective

Type

artistic poetic

When to use this quote

  • personal crises
  • addiction recovery
  • relationship struggles

Key Concepts

human nature moral ambiguity inner conflict

Questions to Reflect On

  • What part of yourself are you willing to confront?
  • Can confronting darkness improve your compassion?
A Different Perspective

Self‑ may may lead to nihilism.

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