Eyes looking Quote by Benjamin R. Smith
““And when he was suddenly gone -- no, not just gone, dead in every possible meaning of the word to me because of what he had done -- I found doubt. And what’s more than that, I found my own slow spiral downward into the depths of hell. A world where shadows scared me, and the thought of people with their eyes looking through me, seeing what I really was underneath all of this shine and polish. When one domino falls, others follow and that is where I was. That is where I’d been until yesterday morning, when suddenly I was in the rain, looking out at a sea of those same faces that terrified me and I saw you.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Untitled, Benjamin R. Smith, 2022
Grief can trigger self‑doubt and darkness, but confronting it can lead to unexpected connection and hope.
In simple terms: Loss brings doubt and darkness; facing it may reveal hope.
Key Takeaway
Embrace vulnerability to find connection.
Themes
grief
self‑doubt
hope
Mood
somber
hopeful
Type
reflective
inspirational
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- bereavement support groups
- creative writing
Key Concepts
psychological resilience
personal growth
Questions to Reflect On
- What does confronting pain reveal?
- How can vulnerability foster healing?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex mourning processes.
