Control Quote by Bret Easton Ellis
““Her need is so immense that you become surrounded by it; this need is so enormous that you realize you can actually control it, and I know this because I've done it before.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: American Psycho, Bret Easton Ellis, 1991
The speaker describes an overwhelming need that feels both all‑encompassing and controllable, suggesting mastery over intense desire through experience.
In simple terms: A huge need can be controlled if you’ve handled it before.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and manage intense desires.
Themes
power
control
desire
psychology
Mood
introspective
determined
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal crises
- addiction recovery
- relationship dynamics
- career ambition
Key Concepts
existentialism
self‑mastery
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate between genuine need and obsession?
- What strategies help maintain control over powerful urges?
A Different Perspective
Control may be illusionary; external pressures can resurface.
