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And some cease feeling Even themselves or for themselves…

“And some cease feeling Even themselves or for themselves. Dullness best solves The tease and doubt of shelling” quote by Wilfred Owen
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“And some cease feeling Even themselves or for themselves. Dullness best solves The tease and doubt of shelling”

Wilfred Owen

About This Quote

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

He describes a numbness where individuals lose self-awareness, and dullness eases existential teasing.

In simple terms: People can feel numb and lose self.

Key Takeaway

Beware emotional numbness.

Themes

existential dread self-awareness mental fatigue

Mood

somber introspective

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • therapy sessions
  • creative writing
  • mindfulness practice

Key Concepts

philosophy of self psychology of apathy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers your numbness?
  • How can you re-engage with self?
A Different Perspective

May romanticize suffering.

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