Disregard Quote by Anais Nin
“I disregard the proportions, the measures, the tempo of the ordinary world. I refuse to live in the ordinary world as ordinary women. To enter ordinary relationships. I want ecstasy. I am a neurotic — in the sense that I live in my world. I will not adjust myself to the world. I am adjusted to myself.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Henry and June, Anais Nin, 1971
She rejects ordinary expectations, seeking intense personal experience over conventional life.
In simple terms: She chooses personal ecstasy over normalcy.
Key Takeaway
Embrace your unique path.
Themes
individualism
nonconformity
desire
self‑acceptance
Mood
defiant
passionate
Type
personal manifesto
philosophical
When to use this quote
- creative work
- personal relationships
- self‑exploration
- artistic pursuits
Key Concepts
existentialism
psychology
artistry
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “ordinary” mean to you?
- How can you balance ecstasy with responsibility?
A Different Perspective
May alienate others or limit practical stability.
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