Bad mood Quote by Aidan Chambers
““Things it helps me to remember When in a bad mood, keep quiet or still. Baggy jumpers don’t suit you. When you’re tired you get doubtful. Difficulties come in spurts. Listen to the echo of your own voice. Avoid be strident. All aeroplanes go through clouds during their journeys. So do people during theirs. Often greater clarity comes out of confusion. You have to be puzzled before you find a solution. PMS often brings on a crisis of confidence. Ordinariness is restful. If someone is explosive in front of you, be silent. If you feel explosive, be silent.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Dreaming Place by Aidan Chambers, 1995
Self‑reflection, silence, and embracing confusion can lead to clarity and personal growth.
In simple terms: Quiet and confusion can bring insight.
Embrace silence and uncertainty for insight.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- stress
- mood swings
- creative blocks
- self‑doubt
- personal crisis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is speaking more helpful than staying silent?
- How can you turn confusion into creative solutions?
Silence may not always be the best response; action can be necessary.